Porsche Cayman S Problems by Year

We compared every Porsche Cayman S model year from 2006 using 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 0 recalls and federal defect investigations. No Cayman S year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

1model years
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0recalls
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Complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Porsche Cayman S. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
200611——EngineLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median Cayman S year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Porsche Cayman S problems

  • Engine & coolingworst: 2006
    764%
  • Wheels & tiresworst: 2006
    218%
  • Other / not specified
    19%
  • Transmission & drivetrainworst: 2006
    19%

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Porsche Cayman S should you avoid?

None of the Porsche Cayman S years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Porsche Cayman S problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (7), wheels & tires (2) and transmission & drivetrain (1). Engine complaints peak in the 2006 model year.

How many recalls has the Porsche Cayman S had?

0 recalls across 2006.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.