The most-reported 718 Cayman run is WP0AA2A85HS (2017 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.5× the typical run. Engine problems make up 43% of reports; NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for 718 Cayman model years 2017–2019.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Porsche 718 Cayman has 4 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every 718 Cayman complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WP0AA2A85HS•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| WP0AA2A81HK•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| WP0AD2A84PS•••••• | 2023 | — | — | |
| WP0AE2A88SK•••••• | 2025 | — | 1 |
ForCar has checked 61 718 Cayman VINs so far, most often 2018, 2022, 2019 builds.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 43% of everything Porsche 718 Cayman owners report: Engine, 3 of 5 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | — | 1 | |
| Seat Belts | — | — | |
| Seats | — | — | |
| Power Train | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 5 recall campaigns on the Porsche 718 Cayman; the 5 below cover build years 2017 to 2019. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 19V113000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 2017–2019 |
| 19V179000 | Air Bags | 2018 |
| 17V054000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 2017 |
| 16V946000 | Air Bags:side/window | 2017 |
| 17V134000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2017 |
19V113000 was opened in 2019 on cars built from 2017: 2 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Porsche 718 Cayman | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 5 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (20%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Porsche 718 Cayman share of that is 5 complaints over 4 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Porsche 718 Cayman VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 5 NHTSA complaints from 4 718 Cayman runs and 5 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which 718 Cayman production run has the most complaints?
WP0AA2A85HS, a 2017 build, with 2 complaints. The typical 718 Cayman run has 1.3.
How many 718 Cayman complaints involve a crash?
0% of 5 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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