2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
15
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
The 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Power Train (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN, potentially affecting up to 28,776 vehicles.
Recall 19V113000 — STRUCTURE
| 14,388 vehicles affected
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles and 2018-2019 718 Boxster GTS and 2018-2019 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. In the event of a crash, a crossmember may detach from the luggage compartment bracket, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3.
View full details →Recall 19V113000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
| 14,388 vehicles affected
Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2019 718 Boxster, 718 Boxster S, 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S vehicles and 2018-2019 718 Boxster GTS and 2018-2019 718 Cayman GTS vehicles. In the event of a crash, a crossmember may detach from the luggage compartment bracket, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will secure the crossmember with additional rivets, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA3.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE RETURN LINE FOR CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER CAME DISCONNECTED FROM THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR DURING DRIVING RESULTING IN A PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID WHEN THE CAR RETURNED TO THE GARAGE. FLUID WAS PROBABLY LOST DURING THE DRIVE. THERE IS NO CLAMP ON THIS HOSE, THERE IS A RIBBED MALE STUB COMING OFF THE RESERVOIR THAT THE HOSE SLIDES ON, BUT IT EASILY SLIDES ON AND OFF. I HAVE 2,000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE DEALER COULD NOT EXPLAIN WHY THE HOSE BECAME DISCONNECTED. IF I HAD NOT NOTICED THE PUDDLE, IF I HAD GONE FOR ANOTHER DRIVE, I MIGHT HAVE LOST ALL THE BRAKE FLUID AND LOST BRAKING AND THE CLUTCH OPERATIONS. WHY THERE ISN'T A CLAMP ON THIS HOSE IS CONFUSING. WILL THE HOSE COME LOOSE AGAIN DURING A FUTURE DRIVE? *TR
THE RETURN LINE FOR CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER CAME DISCONNECTED FROM THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR DURING DRIVING RESULTING IN A PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID WHEN THE CAR RETURNED TO THE GARAGE. FLUID WAS PROBABLY LOST DURING THE DRIVE. THERE IS NO CLAMP ON THIS HOSE, THERE IS A RIBBED MALE STUB COMING OFF THE RESERVOIR THAT THE HOSE SLIDES ON, BUT IT EASILY SLIDES ON AND OFF. I HAVE 2,000 MILES ON THE CAR. THE DEALER COULD NOT EXPLAIN WHY THE HOSE BECAME DISCONNECTED. IF I HAD NOT NOTICED THE PUDDLE, IF I HAD GONE FOR ANOTHER DRIVE, I MIGHT HAVE LOST ALL THE BRAKE FLUID AND LOST BRAKING AND THE CLUTCH OPERATIONS. WHY THERE ISN'T A CLAMP ON THIS HOSE IS CONFUSING. WILL THE HOSE COME LOOSE AGAIN DURING A FUTURE DRIVE? *TR
Safety Rating for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
No. 20-25 — ENGINE
Manufacturers certificate for an Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils. The vehicles affected are cars that use engine C20 oil as of MY 2021.
No. 2219.1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for various vehicles with 3GVTS - engine start inhibited and fault code present.
No. 07-21 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Installation and conversion instructions for the dashcam on the 718.
No. 174-21-2 — EQUIPMENT
Technical information on why engine will not start - checking engine ground strap.
No. 07-21 — EQUIPMENT
Instructions for retrofitting a dashcam on the 718.
No. 07-21-1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
List of approved C30 engine oils for all new and Classic Porsche vehicles MY1984 and newer.
WLG9 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Porsche intranet posting with preliminary information for dealers about Porsche Workshop campaign WLG9 - Replacing lower part of front lid lock.
No. 47-20 — WHEELS
List of approved wheels and tires for the 982 generation Cayman and Boxster.
No. 47-20 — TIRES
List of approved wheels and tires for the 982 generation Cayman and Boxster.
122-E7E2L-04 — WHEELS
List of approved wheel and tire combinations for the 718 GT and Spyder models.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN
- 2017 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN — 4 complaints
- 2018 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN — 0 complaints
- 2019 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN (current)
- 2021 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN — 2 complaints
- 2022 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN — 0 complaints
- 2023 PORSCHE 718 CAYMAN — 2 complaints
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