2021 Porsche 718 Cayman Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 10, 2024 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 718 Cayman years
Not enough data 3rd of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman. That ranks 3rd out of 9 718 Cayman model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine2100%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2023, with 1 complaints
2023: 1202312024: 120241

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2021 Porsche 718 Cayman recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I was driving on the highway when the oil pressure warning light came on, and then the engine completely failed. I was unable to restart the car while still coasting and was fortunately able to roll off the highway on to an exit ramp. In mid-day traffic, this could have been very dangerous. The car…

Engine · received Sep 10, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11613743

While travelling on the freeway on 7/30/23, I experienced a "low oil pressure, shut down engine immediately" warning. I pulled over to the shoulder and was unable to restart the car. It was towed to Porsche Carlsbad dealership where it is awaiting analysis by Porsche. The car has 4900 miles on it…

Engine · received Aug 7, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11537030

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2021 Porsche 718 Cayman a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 718 Cayman model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.