Porsche Cayenne S recalls and problems

15 recalls and 105 owner complaints for 15 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls

Complaints

105

Crashes reported

Fires reported

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2024 2021 2020 2019 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2009 2008 2006 2005 2004 2003

Porsche Cayenne S by year

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
2024 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2021 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2020 Cayenne S	1	1	0	0	0
2019 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2015 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2014 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2013 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2012 Cayenne S	2	6	1	1	0
2011 Cayenne S	3	17	0	0	0
2009 Cayenne S	1	0	0	0	0
2008 Cayenne S	1	5	0	0	0
2006 Cayenne S	3	13	1	0	1
2005 Cayenne S	4	10	1	0	0
2004 Cayenne S	9	48	2	0	2
2003 Cayenne S	9	4	1	0	0

Most reported Porsche Cayenne S problems

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	28
Engine	24
Engine and Engine Cooling	18
Fuel/Propulsion System	13
Tires	8
Electrical System	8
Latches/Locks/Linkages	5
Vehicle Speed Control	4
Visibility	3
Exterior Lighting	3

All Porsche Cayenne S recalls

Recall	Date	Years	Component	Summary
23V-527	Jul 27, 2023	2024	Exterior Lighting	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
22V-656	Aug 30, 2022	2003–2006, 2008–2009, 2011–2015	Exterior Lighting	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
21V-318	May 5, 2021	2020–2021	Air Bags, Seats	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
19V-446	Jun 12, 2019	2003–2006	Power Train	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
19V-115	Feb 20, 2019	2019	Service Brakes, Electrical System	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
17V-576	Sep 20, 2017	2003–2006	Fuel System, Gasoline	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
17V-368	Jun 7, 2017	2011	Engine	Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
12V-065	Feb 21, 2012	2011–2012	Exterior Lighting	Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 cayenne, cayenne s, cayenne s hybrid, and cayenne turbo vehicles manufactured from march 8, 2010, through january 31, 2012 because the headlamps may come loose and detach…
04V-593	Dec 15, 2004	2003–2005	Seat Belts	Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
04V-231	May 17, 2004	2003–2004	Seat Belts	On certain passenger vehicles, the rear seat belt latch attachment bolt is insufficient riveted.
04V-069	Feb 18, 2004	2003–2004	Electrical System	On certain sport utility vehicles, the main wiring harness was incorrectly routed.
04V-071	Feb 18, 2004	2004	Power Train	Certain sport utility vehicles may have had a transfer case installed that could, due to changes in the housing casting, result in the oil pump rotation.
04V-072	Feb 18, 2004	2003–2004	Seats	On certain sport utility vehicles, the driver's side seat frames were not adequately welded.
04V-068	Feb 18, 2004	2003	Fuel System, Gasoline	On certain sport utility vehicles, if the ground connection between the spiral ring of the tank filler neck and the connecting pipe to the fuel tank is inadequate, the flow of fuel during refueling can create an…
03V-351	Sep 24, 2003	2003–2004	Equipment	On certain sport utility vehicles, the affected vehicles may be missing the gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr) and gross axle weight ratings (Gawr) on the certification label as required by part 567.4(G)(3) and (G)(4).

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Porsche Cayenne S?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Porsche Cayenne S has the most reports (48). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Porsche Cayenne S have?

NHTSA lists 15 safety recalls covering Porsche Cayenne S model years 2003–2006, 2008–2009, 2011–2015, 2019–2021, 2024.

What are the most common Porsche Cayenne S problems?

Owners report power train, engine, engine and engine cooling problems most often.