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2023 Porsche 718 CaymanRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman. Most complaints involve power train (1) and engine (1). The EPA rates it 19–24 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
19–24mpg
EPA · 10 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$3,300est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman as of Oct 30, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2024 – Jan 2024
- Power train1
- Engine1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each 718 Cayman model year we’ve synced.
Only one model year synced so far.
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Power train
1 report
“The dealer reported a misfire. Upon detailed investigation and a bore scope, the inside cylinder lining had disintegrated and metal shavings were in engine oil. The motor needed to be replaced. This took 30 days to receive new motor. Upon installation, the gear shifting linkage failed, necessitating removal and replacement of these parts. The issues are ongoing at this time and I still have not had the car returned to me. It is still being repaired nearing 45 days in the repair facility.”
Engine
1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
10 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 2.5L 4-cyl turbo · 4.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Automatic (AM-S7) · Manual 6-spd
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 718 Cayman Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 24 | $3,300 | 375 |
| 718 Cayman T Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,450 | 380 |
| 718 Cayman Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | $3,600 | 409 |
| 718 Cayman S Auto (AM-S7), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,600 | 410 |
| 718 Cayman T Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,600 | 394 |
| 718 Cayman GTS Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,800 | 418 |
| 718 Cayman S Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,800 | 423 |
| 718 Cayman GT4 Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,000 | 436 |
| 718 Cayman GT4 Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,200 | 462 |
| 718 Cayman GTS Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,200 | 458 |
- 24mpg comb.
- 23mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 22mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
- 21mpg comb.
- 20mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman as of Oct 30, 2026.
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2023 718 Cayman questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 30, 2026.
What are the most common 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (1), engine (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman at 19–24 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (10 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026