NHTSA model-year recall report

2017 Porsche Boxster Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jul 17, 2019

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Porsche Boxster average of 2.6 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2017 Porsche Boxster recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V533000

Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module

Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Reported Jul 17, 2019

What is recalled

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2017 911 and Boxster, 2016 Cayman and Panamera vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.

Safety consequence

Deactivated air bags increase the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 13, 2019. Owners received a second notice and the recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB4.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Porsche Boxster model years

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2017 Porsche Boxster recall questions

How many recalls does the 2017 Porsche Boxster have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2017 Porsche Boxster. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2017 Porsche Boxster?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology