repaired · 2024 Q3
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
2011 Porsche CayenneProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 30 owner complaints about the 2011 Porsche Cayenne, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 22V-656 the manufacturer reports only 30% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 30, 2024. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Porsche Cayenne has problems
30 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Engine1 crash/fire/injury
11Power train
3Air bags
1Forward collision avoidance
1Exterior lighting
1Service brakes
1Steering
1Electrical system
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 1 |
| Power train | 11 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2011 Porsche Cayenne recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages
Risk. If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. A DETACHED HEADLIGHT COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF VISIBILITY AND AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Porsche.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other Cayenne year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Cayenne median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2011 Porsche Cayenne safety ratings
2011 Porsche Cayenne SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Cayenne owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My vehicle has camshaft and crankshaft correlation problems due to the well-known problem with its screws and other things. I reported it to Porsche and they told me that it has already been repaired but I don't understand how to fail again and deny help for its repair.
INTAKE CAMSHAFTS ADJUSTER BOLTS BROKE WHILE IN MOTION ON CITY STREET C@P CASE WITH PORSCHE # [PHONE] MANUFACTURER CAMPAIGN NUMBER : AH08
THE ALUMINUM BOLTS ON THE TIMING COVER ARE BROKEN CAUSING AN OIL LEAK. IF THE ALL BOLTS ARE MADE OF ALUMINUM THEN WHAT ABOUT THE TRANSFER CASE? I'VE HEARD ABOUT NEAR ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF BOLTS BREAKING EITHER BECAUSE OF THE MATERIAL DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE BOLTS AND THE MAGNESIUM IN THE MOTOR. IT…
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