repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Porsche CayenneProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 50 owner complaints about the 2019 Porsche Cayenne, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-115 the manufacturer reports only 85% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 11, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Porsche Cayenne has problems
50 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
12Air bags
11Electrical system
7Back over prevention
6Power train
6Engine
5Exterior lighting
5Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Vehicle speed control
3Lane departure
64 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 12 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 11 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 6 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2019 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 · 2021 Q1
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q3
Front: shock absorber
Risk. Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
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repaired · 2020 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Seat belts: rear/other
Risk. If the seat belt buckle breaks in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
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
2019 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
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- Caution
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NHTSA crash tests
2019 Porsche Cayenne safety ratings
2019 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 air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
seatbelt error lights up in yellow and says "Airbag System Error" visit work shop Vehicle: 2019 Porsche Cayenne S VIN: [XXX] Safety Concern Seat Belt Buckle and Airbag Malfunction Vehicle 2019 Porsche Cayenne S VIN [XXX] Our Porsche displayed an airbag system warning immediately after the front…
The dashboard is peeling up and is unsafe due to airbag being underneath the leather dash. If airbag was to blow it would not function correctly due to dashboard leather peeling. Could potentially injur passenger or not deploy at all.
Porsche leather dashboard shrunk and staples pulled out. I was told if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag may not deploy properly. The Porsche dealer looked at it recommend that it be replaced. This is a known manufacturer defect that has been occurring with many of Porsche leather…
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