2007 Porsche Cayman
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 4 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 4 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 4 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
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I own a 2007 Porsche Cayman s and I just want to complain about what I believe is a dangerous design flaw.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-10
Intermediate shaft broke. Ims failure. Result is whole engine replacement.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-09
Also filed under Power train
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing roof and pillars.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Porsche Cayman. While driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle's roof lining dropped and blocked the rearview visibility. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-02
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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On the freeway the brakes began pressing themselves, lifting the pedal had no impact on the brakes being applied. I had to shift into 3rd gear and floor it to move off the freeway safely.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-25
Power train
1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2007 Porsche Cayman — pre-purchase inspection
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- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2007 Porsche Cayman reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Porsche Cayman?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Porsche Cayman have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.