Recall 10V125 affects 9 2011 Porsche Boxster S convertibles because the sun shield can open at speed. Repair is free at any franchised Porsche dealer.
Porsche recalled 9 2011 Boxster S convertibles because the temporary soft top's locking hook can fail to engage the catch on the windscreen frame. If the sun shield is not fully locked, it can open at higher speeds and increase crash risk; Porsche dealers will complete the repair free once available.
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What's wrong?
The sun shield on the 2011 Porsche Boxster S is the temporary soft top used over the passenger compartment. A locking hook at the front edge is supposed to seat into a lock catch on the windscreen frame. That connection holds the front of the soft top in its designed position.
On affected cars, the locking hook does not engage correctly with the catch. The problem is at the latch point, not the fabric itself. When the hook is not fully captured by the catch, the temporary soft top is not secured the way Porsche designed it to be secured.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the issue is the hook's engagement in the catch, an owner should not rely on a noise, dashboard message, or change in driving feel to confirm the soft top is locked.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Porsche Boxster S | visibility component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 9 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the sun shield is not fully locked, it can open while the vehicle is travelling at higher speeds. That creates crash risk while you are driving, so confirm the shield is latched and arrange dealer service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Porsche dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Porsche Boxster S is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Porsche dealer to ask whether the free sun-shield lock repair is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the locking hook and lock catch replacement that secures the sun shield to the windscreen frame.
- Bring the recall notice if Porsche mailed one. If not, reference recall number 10V125 when you call.
- Avoid higher-speed driving with the sun shield installed until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Porsche technician replaces both the locking hook on the temporary soft top sun shield and the lock catch on the windscreen frame with redesigned components. The remedy identifies this as a free recall service, and Porsche's remedy notice says the safety recall began on April 30, 2010. Once the dealer repair is available for your VIN, parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| March 30, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 30, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V125?
Recall 10V125 covers 9 2011 Porsche Boxster S vehicles with a sun shield, or temporary soft top, that does not lock correctly into the windscreen-frame catch. If it is not fully locked, it can open at higher speeds and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2011 Porsche Boxster S is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 10V125. If it is, contact a franchised Porsche dealer and ask for the redesigned locking hook and lock catch replacement. Reference recall 10V125 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Porsche says dealers will replace both the locking hook and lock catch with redesigned parts free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2011 Porsche Boxster S before the repair?
The recall does not carry a do-not-drive order, but the risk is tied to the sun shield not being fully locked. Before driving, make sure the temporary soft top is latched correctly. If the latch feels loose or will not engage, call a Porsche dealer before driving at higher speeds.
What if I bought my Porsche Boxster S used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Boxster S is included, then contact a franchised Porsche dealer and reference recall 10V125 when you schedule the repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V125000 |
|---|---|
| Porsche customer service | 1-800-545-8039 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V125 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V125000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →