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ProblemsByVin File / 2014-PORSCHE-CAYMAN NHTSA data synced 1 hour ago
2014 · Porsche

Porsche Cayman problems

1 active recall campaign on file, only 7 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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Reliability score
8.8 / 10

Limited NHTSA data — only 7 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 1 active recall on file.

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Should you avoid this 2014 Cayman?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 7 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Cayman · powertrain
After stopping at a stop light I intended to shift into first gear but when starting to move, the car was actually in reverse gear and almost hit the car behind me. This happened to me multiple times in different a few occasions. I am well trained with manual transmission and…
11/29/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10554173.0
2014 Cayman · airbags
Door panel is warping away from the door frame at the window. This appears to be where the side curtain airbag deploys from.
07/18/2018 · at 31,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11112101.0
2014 Cayman · engine
A small rock came through the front air inlet on drivers side of the car striking the front ac condenser. This caused a loss of freon that both entered the cabin through the system vents and spewed ac oil into the left front of the car, left front tire, etc. This presented a…
06/03/2014 · at 7,200 mi · NHTSA ODI #10595932.0
2014 Cayman · electrical
Ignition coil failure on cylinder #3 due to no heat shield between coil & catalyst which is situated just below the coil. This resulted in sudden loss of power and misfires of #3 cylinder. Mechanic states this problem will happen again until a proper heat shield is installed…
03/09/2018 · at 16,200 mi · NHTSA ODI #11078393.0
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 19V875000 December 11, 2019

Porsche Cars North America, Inc

Improper CRS installation increases the risk of an injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKC0.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Porsche Cayman reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 7 owner complaints have been filed for the 2014 Porsche Cayman, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2014 Porsche Cayman?

Only 7 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2014 Porsche Cayman without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2014 Porsche Cayman?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2014 Porsche Cayman to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2014 Porsche Cayman a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 7 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Porsche Cayman?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Porsche Cayman has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Porsche Cayman?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 7 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 hour ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Porsche/Cayman. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Porsche. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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