Research · Two Seaters · 2 NHTSA variants
2023 Porsche 718 BoxsterRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster. Most complaints involve service brakes (1). The EPA rates it 19–24 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
19–24mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$3,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster as of Nov 6, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2023 – Jun 2023
- Service brakes1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Service brakes
1 report1 crash
“I was traveling North on the 127 expressway in Michigan on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 in my brand new Porsche Boxster. It is a manual transmission. There was not a lot of traffic. It was maybe around 4:00 pm and the weather was fine. In the distance I could see a lane closure marked by orange and white barrels. I was going 70 mph. I tried to slow down, but when I pressed down on the brake pedal, NOTHING. There was no resistance and the pedal went all the way to the floor. I hit the brake multiple times and nothing...... Eventually, I rear ended a car in front of me; the driver stated he was going 60-65 miles an hour. My car kept going because there were no brakes. I traveled a long distance before the car came to a stop. The young man and I drove our cars (unbelievably, my brakes worked fine) to the next exit 1&1/2 miles, and we waited for the police to come. Luckily, neither I nor the young man in the car I hit were injured. Neither of our airbags went off. His car didn't even have a dent, but his rear bumper was scratched up. My car has almost $9,000 in damage. On request the car is available for inspection. The service department at the Porsche Dealership in…”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 6, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
8 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 4.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (AM-S7) · Manual 6-spd
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 6, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 718 Boxster Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 24 | $3,300 | 375 |
| 718 Boxster T Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,450 | 380 |
| 718 Boxster Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,600 | 409 |
| 718 Boxster S Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,600 | 410 |
| 718 Boxster T Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,600 | 394 |
| 718 Boxster GTS Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,800 | 418 |
| 718 Boxster S Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,800 | 423 |
| 718 Boxster GTS Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,200 | 458 |
- 24mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 6, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster as of Nov 6, 2026.
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2023 718 Boxster questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 6, 2026.
What are the most common 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Porsche 718 Boxster at 19–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 6, 2026