Porsche Cayenne S years to avoid
No model year of the Porsche Cayenne S stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Porsche Cayenne S years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Porsche Cayenne S complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Porsche Cayenne S problems
All model years combined.
- Engine42
- Transmission27
- Fuel system14
- Tires8
- Electrical8
- Lights5
- Brakes5
- Locks4
- Acceleration4
- Visibility3
- Body3
- Airbags3
Porsche Cayenne S problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | - | 1 | Transmission | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2012 | - | 6 | Transmission | 2 | 1 | ||
| 2011 | - | 17 | Engine | 70,000 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2008 | - | 5 | Engine | 111,000 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2007 | - | 1 | Tires | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2006 | - | 13 | Engine | 83,803 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2005 | - | 10 | Engine | 74,800 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2004 | - | 48 | Engine | 60,000 | 9 | 2 | |
| 2003 | - | 4 | Fuel system | 9 | 1 |
Recalls 15
Porsche Cayenne S warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Porsche Cayenne S
What years of the Porsche Cayenne S should you avoid?
No single model year of the Porsche Cayenne S has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Porsche Cayenne S?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Porsche Cayenne S?
Engine, with 42 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (27) and fuel system (14).
How many recalls does the Porsche Cayenne S have?
15 recalls between 2003 and 2020. The 2004 model year has the most, with 9.
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