MODEL
Porsche 718 Boxster S
NHTSA safety across every Porsche 718 Boxster S model year we cover.
Across the 5 model years of the Porsche 718 Boxster S we cover (2019 to 2024), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 1 recall have been issued across those years.
The Porsche 718 Boxster S is a two-seat, mid-engine roadster aimed squarely at driving enthusiasts who want a focused, open-air sports car experience. It sits at the premium end of the convertible sports car segment, competing with a small field of dedicated two-seaters. Its buyers prioritize performance and driver engagement above all else, and Porsche markets it accordingly.
From a safety data standpoint, the 718 Boxster S presents a notably thin profile, and shoppers deserve to understand exactly what that means. NHTSA has not crash-tested this model in any of the years we cover, from 2019 through 2024. That is not unusual for a low-volume, niche sports roadster, but it does mean there are no star ratings or Safety Index scores to anchor a comparative assessment. You are buying into this car without the federal crash-test safety net that most mainstream vehicles carry. On the recall front, Porsche issued just one recall across the entire six-year window we cover. That is a genuinely low number, suggesting the factory has kept assembly quality concerns largely in check. Owner complaints are similarly minimal, with only one complaint on record, noting one reported crash and no fires, injuries, or fatalities. These are unverified allegations, but the volume itself is telling. The honest bottom line is this: the 718 Boxster S does not have a troubling safety record, but it also does not have a verified one. The absence of crash-test data is the single biggest caveat for safety-conscious shoppers. If federal star ratings are a non-negotiable part of your buying checklist, this car cannot satisfy that requirement. If you accept that limitation, the recall and complaint picture is about as clean as it gets.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the 718 Boxster S as one of the most rewarding sports cars available at any price, praising its sharp steering, balanced mid-engine handling, and strong turbocharged performance. The cabin is considered well-finished and driver-focused, though some reviewers note it prioritizes function over space and infotainment sophistication. Overall, the consensus leans strongly positive for those who value driving dynamics above convenience.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 718 Boxster S in any model year from 2019 to 2024, meaning there are no federal star ratings available to help compare its crashworthiness against other vehicles.
- Only one recall has been issued across the full 2019 to 2024 model year range, which is a low recall count for a six-year span and worth noting as a positive data point.
- Owner complaints are extremely sparse, with just one complaint on file across all covered years, reporting one crash and no fires, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified allegations, but the low volume is notable.
- As a two-seat open roadster, the 718 Boxster S lacks the structural mass and roof protection of a coupe or SUV, a real-world consideration that federal crash-test data would normally help quantify but cannot here given the absence of testing.
Most-recalled year on record: 2024 Porsche 718 Boxster S with 1 recalls.