Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid, across 4 model years (2011–2014). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Cayenne S Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 Cayenne S Hybrid: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2011 Cayenne S Hybrid: 1 complaint, 3 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 Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Cayenne S Hybrid | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2013 Cayenne S Hybrid | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2012 Cayenne S Hybrid | 1 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 Cayenne S Hybrid | 1 | 3 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (1), 2011 (1). 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 Hybrid?
Engine, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.