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.
2020 Porsche CayenneProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 24 owner complaints about the 2020 Porsche Cayenne, most often about the engine. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-318 the manufacturer reports only 76% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Porsche Cayenne has problems
24 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Engine
5Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
5Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
4Power train
3Air bags
2Seat belts
2Back over prevention
2Vehicle speed control
1Fuel/propulsion system
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 1 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2020 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 · 2023 Q1
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk. If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may be made slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
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
2020 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
2020 Porsche Cayenne safety ratings
2020 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.
This engine EA839 is the same engine installed in Audi’s and which has a massive engine replacement going on now. It seems that the above engine has what is called piston slap or rocker arm failure which requires a complete engine replacement. The manufacturer knows of this problem and as of yet…
Nearly 25% of the total time I have owned this Certified Pre-Owned vehicle (146 out of 564 days), it has been non-functional and in the shop — roughly 1 out of every 4 days of ownership. I am a [XXX} with a [XXX] child, and I purchased this vehicle as a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Porsche — expecting…
"Engine temperature too high. Park vehicle and allow engine to cool". warning at 50,000 miles which the mechanic says this is a huge problem with all Porsche, Audi and VW due to water coolant changeover valve which fails and also stated that Porsche is aware and should have a "bulletin" open on…
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