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2006 Porsche Cayman repairs by problem area
Engine (39%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (1%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (9%)
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Chart based on 103 repairs.
2006 Porsche Cayman suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (25%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (17%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Porsche Cayman 2dr Hatch
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD
| 85000 mi US $200 |
Slight leak in the steering rack. It takes an eighth of a quart of steering fluid to top it up every 5000 miles or so. Replacing the rack will cost $1000 for the remanufactured part if I do it myself, and around two grand at the dealer. |
| 41349 mi US $862 |
Power steering pump failed |
| 24000 mi | Very occasional, slight squeak when turning steering wheel right after start up. |
| 41500 mi US $550 |
Cracked front spring (suspension) discovered while car was on lift. Lots of rust on face of crack. Car purchased used less than a month earlier. Dealer agreed to repair (free). Car unsafe to drive w/o repair. Repair took 19 calendar days. Car was purchased from reputable dealer at 40K miles. Car was on lift for front tire replacement. Tech noticed lug nut missing and corroded/cracked front left coil spring. Replacement for both front coil springs estimated at $550. |
| 75000 mi US $2500 |
Rear PASM shocks |
| 80000 mi US $3500 |
Replaced tie rods |
| 18000 mi | Very noticeable squeak coming from right exterior of car when crossing sharp bumps. Dealer service tech listened to car from outside when driven over bump. Identified source at right front. Replaced strut. |
| 58300 mi US $3000 |
Front left wheel bearing |
2006 Porsche Cayman 2dr Hatch
295-horsepower 3.4L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
| 14000 mi | power steering, grinding sound during low speed turning at the bump stops, would have been $2000 |
| 27000 mi US $300 |
Worn tie rods. Replaced under service contract. |
| 28450 mi US $950 |
Loose left front tie rod |
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