Most common 2014 Porsche Cayman problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Porsche Cayman complaints by model year
Best Cayman years: 2011, 2015. Compare all years →
2014 Porsche Cayman recalls (4)
Power train › Axle assembly
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Boxster, 2013-2014 Boxster S, 2014-2015 Cayman, Cayman S, 2015 Boxster GTS, and Cayman GTS vehicles. The rear-axle carrier side sections may fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Child seat
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2014 Cayman and Cayman S, 2014-2016 911 GT3, 2016 911 GT3 RS and 911 R, 2018 911 GT3 and 911 GT2 RS and 2019 911 GT3 RS, 911 GT3, and 911 GT2 RS vehicles.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will provide a an Owner's Manual supplement with proper CRS installation instructions, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020.
Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to September 23, 2014. The front hood upper lock components were not manufactured to specification and may fail to securely latch the vehicle's hood during operation.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Seats
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2014 Boxster, Boxster S, Cayman, Cayman S and 911 Carrera (S, Cabriolet, S Cabriolet, 4, 4S, 4 Cabriolet, 4s Cabriolet) vehicles manufactured September 2, 2013, through September 23, 2013.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-770-290-3500. Porsche's recall number is AD04.
2014 Porsche Cayman engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 7-speed dual-clutch | RWD | 22 / 31 / 25 |
| 2.7L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 20 / 29 / 24 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 7-speed dual-clutch | RWD | 21 / 29 / 24 |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | RWD | 20 / 27 / 22 |
EPA ratings. Class: Sports car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Porsche Cayman a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Cayman rates average: 1.4× as many complaints as a typical year of the Cayman at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Porsche Cayman?
The engine & cooling — 2 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (2) and transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many recalls does the 2014 Porsche Cayman have?
There are 4 recalls for the 2014 Porsche Cayman, the most recent from September 1, 2021 (axle assembly). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Porsche Cayman?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011 and 2015. See the full Porsche Cayman years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Porsche Cayman problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 16,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.