Porsche Cayenne recalls and complaints by year
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Porsche Cayenne, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Porsche Cayenne, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 2003–2026 with 63 recall campaigns and 605 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2004 (6), 2019 (5), and 2021 (4).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2014 (76), 2006 (53), and 2004 (51).
- Top recall themes: Steering and suspension, Brakes, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Power train, Engine, Electrical system.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Steering and suspension
6 campaigns · Years: 2015, 2019, 2021–2022, 2024These campaigns relate to steering or suspension components that can affect vehicle control or stability.
Brakes
3 campaigns · Years: 2011–2016, 2019–2020These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Fuel and emissions
3 campaigns · Years: 2004–2006, 2008, 2024–2026These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
Powertrain
3 campaigns · Years: 2004–2010, 2020These campaigns relate to drivetrain or transmission components that can affect shifting, power delivery, or control.
Seats and restraints
3 campaigns · Years: 2003–2005, 2019These campaigns relate to seats, belts, airbags restraint integration, or child restraint anchoring components.
Visibility and lighting
3 campaigns · Years: 2003–2017, 2024These campaigns relate to lighting, glass, or visibility components (lamps, wipers, and related systems).
Airbags
1 campaign · Years: 2020–2021These campaigns relate to airbag system components and deployment/airbag readiness issues.
- 21V318000 · Air bags: Front passenger
Electrical
1 campaign · Years: 2013–2014These campaigns relate to wiring or electrical components that can cause warning lights, loss of function, or fire risk in some cases.
- 13V506000 · Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Porsche Cayenne in NHTSA complaint data are Power train, Engine, Electrical system.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2025 | 1 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Back over prevention: warnings, Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control, Forward collision avoidance: warnings. |
| 2024 | 3 | 6 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control, Forward collision avoidance: warnings. |
| 2023 | 0 | 8 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Visibility/wiper, Steering. |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2021 | 4 | 19 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Air bags, Electrical system, Engine. |
| 2020 | 3 | 23 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Power train, Service brakes. |
| 2019 | 5 | 44 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Service brakes. |
| 2018 | 1 | 15 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Electrical system, Air bags. |
| 2017 | 2 | 17 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Exterior lighting, Electrical system, Engine. |
| 2016 | 2 | 50 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Air bags, Exterior lighting. |
| 2015 | 3 | 16 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Power train, Exterior lighting. |
| 2014 | 3 | 76 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Air bags, Electrical system. |
| 2013 | 3 | 50 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Air bags. |
| 2012 | 4 | 33 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Engine, Seats. |
| 2011 | 3 | 37 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Power train, Air bags. |
| 2010 | 2 | 1 | Both recalls and complaints recorded. |
| 2009 | 2 | 19 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train, Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2008 | 3 | 38 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Electrical system, Engine, Power train. |
| 2007 | 2 | 0 | Recall campaign(s) issued; no grouped complaints in summary. |
| 2006 | 3 | 53 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Power train, Electrical system. |
| 2005 | 4 | 43 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Fuel/propulsion system, Fuel system, gasoline, Air bags. |
| 2004 | 6 | 51 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Engine, Power train, Fuel/propulsion system. |
| 2003 | 2 | 3 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Power train:driveline:driveshaft, Structure, Fuel system, gasoline:delivery. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Exterior lighting , Service brakes and Power train
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
Recall Explained provides independent analysis of official NHTSA data. This site does not replace the official NHTSA VIN lookup and should not be treated as legal or safety advice for your specific vehicle.
For any safety concerns: Always check your VIN on the official NHTSA site and contact an authorized dealer.