2022 Porsche 718 Cayman: common problems
The maker issued 323 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 323
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
- Technical Information for Damage to Nano Plug Contacts Due to Utilization of Incorrect Measuring Equipment
- Special Tools and Equipment Information for Diagnostic Equipment Standards for all USA Porsche Centers
- Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q2 2026 Software Spec Update Available
- Product Knowledge for Model Type Designations
- Product Knowledge for Chassis/VIN Numbering Systems
- Belt Lock Warning on Driver Side Permanently Active / No Fault Memory Entries
Delete Airbag Control Unit Fault Memory (SY 74/25)
- Warranty Information
Warranty Extension for Transmission Electronics Control Unit (18/26)
- Allocation of Approved Engine Oils MY 2027 (13/26)
NHTSA lists 323 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 323 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman?
NHTSA lists 323 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.