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2012 Porsche Cayman repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (50%)

Brakes and Traction Control (17%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (17%)

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2012 Porsche Cayman repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Porsche Cayman 2dr Hatch

330-horsepower 3.4L H6 7-speed automated manual RWD

Porsche Cayman in California, United States
Jun 2017 - Oct 2020
Jun 2019

47000 mi

US $600
Vibration from discs being fitted wrong way round! 

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2012 Porsche Cayman 2dr Hatch

330-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD

Porsche Cayman in Pennsylvania, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Sep 2018

31000 mi

US $605
Shift cable broke mid shift leaving car stuck in gear. Replaced with Numeric Racing cables. 
Porsche Cayman in Wisconsin, United States
Jun 2015 - Jun 2022
Oct 2015

17974 mi
Replaced failing clutch lock out switch 
Porsche Cayman in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2012 - Jul 2022
Apr 2012

1550 mi
Air condition unit non-functioning. O-rings at connection for hoses was improperly installed at factory, causing leak of refrigerant. 
Nov 2019

16740 mi

C $150
Replaced clutch sensor that detects that clutch is depressed to enable starting the engine. 
Oct 2020

17980 mi

C $120
Replacement of sensor for detection that the clutch was depressed in order to start the engine. 

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2012 Porsche Cayman Repair Histories

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