Porsche Cayenne Turbo Problems by Year
Porsche Cayenne Turbo years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Cayenne Turbo year: 2004, 2011. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Cayenne Turbo: 15 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2011 Cayenne Turbo: 11 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2008 Cayenne Turbo: 7 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2003 Cayenne Turbo: 1 complaint, 8 recalls
- 2006 Cayenne Turbo: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
- 2012 Cayenne Turbo: 2 complaints, 2 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 Turbo problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 20 | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Porsche Cayenne Turbo model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2012 Cayenne Turbo | 2 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2011 Cayenne Turbo | 11 | 3 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 Cayenne Turbo | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 Cayenne Turbo | 7 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2006 Cayenne Turbo | 1 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 Cayenne Turbo | 4 | 3 | — | Power Train | |
| 2004 Cayenne Turbo | 15 | 8 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2003 Cayenne Turbo | 1 | 8 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Porsche Cayenne Turbo years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2004 (15), 2011 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Cayenne Turbo 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 Turbo?
Engine, with 20 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Porsche Cayenne Turbo have?
13 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.