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2023 Porsche 718 Cayman

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 718 Cayman.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman is offered with a seven‑speed automatic (AM‑S7) transmission and achieves an EPA rating of 21/27/24 mpg. Over its 2017‑2025 span, the model’s lowest complaint year is 2023, with just a single owner complaint, while the highest was 2017 with five complaints; the sole 2023 issue was noted in the power‑train/engine area and there were no recalls for the year. This places the 2023 Cayman at the best point in its recent reliability record, indicating a notably trouble‑free model year.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque118.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/27/24 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 0PB115351. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size235/45ZR18 94Y, Rear: 265/45ZR18 101YOEM · verified
Wheel / rimFront: 8, Rear: 9.5; Optional: Front: 8, Rear: 10; Front: 8, Rear: 10; Front: 8.5, Rear: 10.5; Front: 8, Rear: 10; Front: 8.5, Rear: 10.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter0PB115351 alt 99970768540
Engine air filter9GT129634A alt 9GT129965
Spark plug9GT905612A alt 0PB905612
Battery992915105A alt 992915105B
Front wiper blades99162890101
Serpentine belt0PB903137D alt 0PB903137A
Thermostat0PB121110A alt 9GT121113
Cabin air filter9P1819631 alt 99157237100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length172.4 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height50.8 in
Wheelbase97.6 in
Curb weight2943 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)46/54

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 27 / 24 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the 718 Cayman of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.50 sec — 2023 GTS 4.0 Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023GTS 4.0 Coupe 4.0L F-63.50 sec11.80 sec394 hpRWD
2022GT4 RS Coupe 4.0L F-62.80 sec11.00 sec493 hpRWD
2022GT4 RS Coupe 4.0L F-62.90 sec11.00 sec493 hpRWD
2022GT4 RS Coupe 4.0L F-63.20 sec11.60 sec493 hpRWD
2022GTS 4.0 Coupe 4.0L F-63.90 sec12.10 sec394 hpRWD
2021GT4 Coupe 4.0L F-63.30 sec11.60 sec414 hpRWD
2021GT4 Coupe (Euro Spec) 4.0L F-63.40 sec11.80 sec414 hpRWD
2021GTS 4.0 Coupe 4.0L F-63.40 sec11.60 sec394 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 118.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts118.0 ft-lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Headlamp (inspect alignment) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect) · Underbody Splash Shield (inspect)
Every 20,000 miActive Suspension System (inspect fluid level) · Air Intake Duct (inspect) · Body Water Drains (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 60,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
Every 80,000 miEngine Mount (inspect)
At 120,000 miClutch Hydraulic System (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman recorded only 1 complaint, zero recalls and zero investigations, with 309 TSBs filed. This marks a sharp decline from 2017, when 5 complaints, 4 recalls, 1 investigation and 484 TSBs were documented, and from 2018, which had 0 complaints but 2 recalls and 1 investigation. The upward trend in complaints and TSBs that appeared in the early years has flattened, with 2025 showing only 1 complaint and 31 TSBs, indicating improving reliability across the generation. The sole 2023 complaint pertains to the Power Train,Engine category, and no crash or fire complaints were logged. Consequently, the 2023 model year looks like a low‑risk purchase provided any noted power‑train service bulletins have been addressed.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
309
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’17’18’23’25

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Power Train,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 309 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
40/26 44072026-06-30WheelsWheel Bolt Replacement Requirement - Change from Wheel Bolts with Aluminum Washers to…
09/26 37302026-06-30Power TrainPermanent Fault Memory Entries “P1775”/“P071400”/“P184900” in Transmission Electronics…
TSTR26362026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.031
TSTR26352026-06-29Unknown Or OtherPorsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.030
20/262026-06-25EngineOverview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils (20/26)

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Engine oil filter 0PB115351Engine air filter 9GT129634ASpark plug 9GT905612ABattery 992915105A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2023 718 Cayman have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the 718 Cayman get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 27 highway / 24 combined mpg.