2014 Porsche Cayman: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Porsche Cayman: 4 recalls, 7 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats, Electrical Vehicle recall #13V502000 · 2013 · 81 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. In the affected vehicles, the passenger seats May be equipped with defective wiring harnesses resulting in intermittent contact with the harness plug.
Why it matters: The intermittent plug May cause the passenger seat frontal and knee airbags May be deactivated. In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, this May increase the risk of injury to the front passenger.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #14V698000 · 2014 · 1,382 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A failure of the hood latching mechanism May cause the hood to suddenly open during vehicle operation and will severely impede the driver's ability to see out the front windshield, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock on the front hood, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2014.
Child seat, Equipment Vehicle recall #19V875000 · 2019 · 15,501 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. The child restraint system (crs) instructions within the owner's manual May not provide enough specificity for proper installation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
Why it matters: Improper crs installation increases the risk of an injury to the occupant in the event of a crash.
The 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.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #21V679000 · 2021 · 4,934 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A carrier fracture May cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear-axle carrier side sections, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 6, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Fuel & propulsion (2): the most common themes are leaks (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2014 Porsche Cayman has 7 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 8 Cayman model years for complaints (1.9× the average Cayman year). Complaints peaked in 2018 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 11,700 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (4 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 24 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Porsche Cayman have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Porsche Cayman. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Porsche Cayman problems?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are fuel & propulsion (2), transmission & drivetrain (1), engine & cooling (1).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Porsche Cayman get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.7 L, Automatic (AM-S7)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Porsche Cayman repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.