Porsche Cayenne S Problems by Year
Porsche Cayenne S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Cayenne S year: 2004, 2006, 2011. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Cayenne S: 48 complaints, 9 recalls
- 2011 Cayenne S: 17 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2006 Cayenne S: 13 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2007 Cayenne S: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2020 Cayenne S: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2003 Cayenne S: 4 complaints, 9 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Porsche Cayenne S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 27 | 7 | 2 |
| Engine | 24 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Porsche Cayenne S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2021 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 Cayenne S | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2019 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2012 Cayenne S | 6 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2011 Cayenne S | 17 | 3 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 Cayenne S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 Cayenne S | 5 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2007 Cayenne S | 1 | 0 | — | Tires | |
| 2006 Cayenne S | 13 | 3 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2005 Cayenne S | 10 | 4 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | More complaints than other years |
| 2004 Cayenne S | 48 | 9 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 Cayenne S | 4 | 9 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Porsche Cayenne S years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (48), 2006 (13), 2011 (17) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Cayenne S year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Porsche Cayenne S?
Power Train, with 27 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Porsche Cayenne S have?
15 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.