Research · Two Seaters

2007 Porsche CaymanRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints for the 2007 Porsche Cayman. Most complaints involve engine and engine cooling (2) and service brakes (1). The EPA rates it 21–23 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
21–23mpg
EPA · 5 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
4
Top: engine and engine cooling
Fuel cost / yr
$3,450est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2007 Porsche Cayman as of Nov 6, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

4 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2011 – Nov 2023
  1. Engine and engine cooling2
  2. Service brakes1
  3. Structure1
  4. Power train1

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 Cayman model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
20074
20092
20105
20115
20121
20147
20154
20167
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 6, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine and engine cooling

2 reports
“I OWN A 2007 PORSCHE CAYMAN S AND I JUST WANT TO COMPLAIN ABOUT WHAT I BELIEVE IS A DANGEROUS DESIGN FLAW. THE MUFFLER STICKS OUT EVEN SO MINIMALLY (ALMOST AN INCH) THAT I HAVE BEEN BURNED THREE DIFFERENT TIMES AT EXACT SAME AREA ON MY LOWER LEG WHEN AFTER DRIVING THE CAR, I GO TO OPEN MY BACK TRUNK TO RETRIEVE STUFF. I'VE TOLD MYSELF THAT I'LL REMEMBER THE NEXT TIME BUT SINCE THIS IS SOMETHING THAT YOU WON'T EXPECT FROM A CAR, OF COURSE, I DON'T THINK ABOUT IT. I HAVE PICTURES OF THE BURNED AREAS (1 1/2 INCHLONG AND X 3/4 CM WIDE) IN MY LEG IF YOU WANT TO SEE THEM. THE LATEST INCIDENT WAS JUST LAST WEEK, 09/04, AND THE BURN IS STILL RAW. I SENT AN EMAIL TO PORSCHE OF NO AMERICA AND THIS IS WHAT THEY ADVISED ME TO DO. "THE BEST DEPARTMENT TO SPEAK WITH IN REGARDS TO THIS MATTER WOULD BE THE SERVICE OR PARTS DEPARTMENT AT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED PORSCHE DEALER AS THEY CAN ADVISE IF ANY AMENDMENTS OR CHANGES CAN BE RECOMMENDED FOR THIS SPECIFIC CONCERN AS THEY ARE PORSCHE'S TECHNICAL SUPPORT " I'VE FORWARDED MY COMPLAINT TO RUZNAK PORSCHE. *TR”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 10, 2012Engine and engine coolingODI 10474500

Service brakes

1 report
“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. The wheel weights fell off the wheels the brakes were so hot I had to keep away from the wheel. The tire was damaged from the heat and the sidewalls began to form cracks. It looks like this is a BRAKE BOOSTER failure as I have now read several people reporting the fix for it.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 25, 2023Service brakesODI 11556804

Structure

1 report
“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. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 2, 2015StructureODI 10722879
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 6, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

5 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Two Seaters
Engines
2.7L 6-cyl · 3.4L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Manual 5-spd · Manual 6-spd · Automatic 5-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 Nov 6, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Cayman
Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
202923$3,450386
Cayman
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192822$3,600404
Cayman
Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192621$3,800423
Cayman S
Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182521$3,800423
Cayman S
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.4 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182621$3,800423
  • Cayman
    Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L
    20 city · 29 hwy · $3,450/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Cayman
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L
    19 city · 28 hwy · $3,600/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Cayman
    Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 2.7 L
    19 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Cayman S
    Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 3.4 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Cayman S
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.4 L
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 6, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2007 Porsche Cayman as of Nov 6, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 6, 2026Vehicle 2263
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat 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.
09 —FAQ

2007 Cayman questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Porsche Cayman have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 6, 2026.

What are the most common 2007 Porsche Cayman problems?

Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine and engine cooling (2), service brakes (1), structure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2007 Porsche Cayman get?

The EPA rates the 2007 Porsche Cayman at 21–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 6, 2026