Porsche Cayenne problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 265 owner complaints and 23 recalls on file for the Porsche Cayenne (2005–2026). The 2019 Cayenne has the most serious complaints, most often about airbags.

Complaints
265
Recalls
23
Model years
21
Worst year
2019

Complaints by model year

720057920086201016720121824201492720161592018432420202142022552024542026
NHTSA complaints per Porsche Cayenne model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Porsche Cayenne years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2019 Porsche Cayenne — 43 complaints; top problem: Airbags
  2. 2016 Porsche Cayenne — 27 complaints; top problem: Airbags
  3. 2021 Porsche Cayenne — 21 complaints; top problem: Electrical System

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2010 (0 complaints).

Every Porsche Cayenne model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2026 Cayenne40001Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2025 Cayenne52002Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
2024 Cayenne50004Lighting
2023 Cayenne51011Electrical System
2022 Cayenne40002Airbags
2021 Cayenne210005Electrical System
2020 Cayenne241014Engine
2019 Cayenne430006Airbags
2018 Cayenne90001Electrical System
2017 Cayenne150002Electrical System
2016 Cayenne270002Airbags
2015 Cayenne91002Lighting
2014 Cayenne240023Airbags
2013 Cayenne180003Transmission & Drivetrain
2012 Cayenne70004Engine
2011 Cayenne161003Transmission & Drivetrain
2010 Cayenne00002—
2009 Cayenne60002Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2008 Cayenne90002Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2006 Cayenne70003Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2005 Cayenne70003Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

Most common Porsche Cayenne problem areas (all years)

  • Airbags
    54 complaints
  • Electrical System
    49 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    39 complaints
  • Engine
    38 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    31 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    30 complaints
  • Lighting
    27 complaints
  • Brakes
    15 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    11 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    8 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Porsche Cayenne received by NHTSA each month.

Porsche Cayenne recalls

  • Recall 25V896000Dec 19, 2025172,107 vehiclesModel years 2019–2025

    Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 25V634000Sep 23, 2025177 vehiclesModel years 2024–2026

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 24V533000Jul 16, 20242,475 vehiclesDo not driveModel years 2024

    Risk: A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 23V527000Jul 27, 20232,934 vehiclesModel years 2024

    Risk: Rear hazard warning lights and parking lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V656000Aug 30, 2022222,858 vehiclesModel years 2005–2017

    Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 22V040000Jan 28, 20221,241 vehiclesModel years 2021–2022

    Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V493000Jun 30, 202127 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 21V318000May 5, 2021136 vehiclesModel years 2020–2021

    Risk: The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 21V271000Apr 21, 20211,568 vehiclesModel years 2021

    Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 20V271000May 13, 20201,805 vehiclesModel years 2020

    Risk: If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may be made slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V735000Oct 16, 201944,128 vehiclesModel years 2019–2020

    Risk: If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 19V446000Jun 12, 201999,665 vehiclesModel years 2005–2010

    Risk: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V111000Feb 21, 201998 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 19V115000Feb 20, 201914,110 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 19V112000Feb 20, 20191 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.

  • Recall 18V844000Nov 28, 2018142 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018

    Risk: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 18V751000Oct 24, 2018415 vehiclesModel years 2019

    Risk: If the seat belt buckle breaks in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 17V576000Sep 20, 201750,145 vehiclesModel years 2005–2006

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 16V169000Mar 23, 201688,300 vehiclesModel years 2011–2016

    Risk: If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V824000Dec 29, 20142 vehiclesModel years 2015

    Risk: If the suspension alignment was incorrectly performed, vehicle handling could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 13V506000Oct 17, 2013207 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014

    Risk: The fuel display inaccuracies may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 12V329000Jul 12, 2012270 vehiclesModel years 2012

    Risk: If the shaft fractures, oil may be drawn into the exhaust system, resulting in smoke and the increased risk of a fire.

  • Recall 12V065000Feb 21, 201220,278 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012

    Risk: A detached headlight could lead to loss of visibility and an increased risk of a crash.

Other Porsche models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology