Porsche Cayman S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Porsche Cayman S, across 4 model years (2005–2014). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
Porsche Cayman S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cayman S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 Cayman S: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2005 Cayman S: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Porsche Cayman S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Porsche Cayman S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Cayman S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2012 Cayman S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 Cayman S | 11 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 Cayman S | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Porsche Cayman S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (11), 2005 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Porsche Cayman S?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 6 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Porsche Cayman S have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.