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Porsche Boxster / Cayman (718) Problems by Year

Turbocharged 4-cylinder engines (mostly). Very fast and efficient, but added turbo complexity introduces new failure points.

Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.

4
Year Periods
4
Known Issues
0
Serious Faults
3
Moderate Issues

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20250 issues2021–20242 issues20203 issues2016–20194 issues

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Buying Tips for the Porsche Boxster / Cayman (718)

  • ✓Listen for a metallic rattle from the turbo wastegate on early 2.0 and 2.5 models.
  • ✓Check for coolant leaks near the water pump, a known weak spot on early 718s.
  • ✓Ensure PCM is updated for wireless CarPlay stability.
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