Electrical System Problems of Porsche Boxster

Porsche Boxster owners have reported 33 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 11 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition switch (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Porsche Boxster

The Electrical System problem

Anti-lock braking system (abs) failure due to premature degradation of plastic wiring harness connectors for abs wheel speed sensors located in each wheel well. Abs warning light illuminated alerting to the disabling of the system. Issue confirmed by independent repair facility.   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

The contact owns a 1997 Porsche Boxster. The contact stated the ignition switch was cracked and causing electrical failures to the air conditioner, wipers and head lights. The contact notices a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 98v113000 (electrical system:ignition:switch) but was advised that   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Two weeks ago I had a problem with my power window lift mechanic at the drivers side which I had it fixed at the park place Porsche in dallas texas and was told that my warranty doesn't cover for the power window lift mechanic and was charged 516 dollars.   Read details...

The Ignition problem

I have had many problems with a 2003 Boxster s I purchased in may 2003 from mckenna Porsche in norwalk, CA. Some of the major problems in the last 2 years include: 1) condensation in oil filler area; 2) oil leaks in 2 locations; 3) worn drive belt; 4) clutch causing grinding noise; 5) iginition   Read details...

The Horn Assembly problem

My vehicle had only approximately 65,000 miles when the horn started to malfunction. The horn started to routinely deploy on its own. In the short term I had to have it disconnected by my regular mechanic so I could continue to operate the car.   Read details...




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