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Porsche · Large SUV

2020 Porsche Cayenne

Plug-in hybrid Gas
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
10 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-10-26
F
Safety Signal
56 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
Recalls2 critical 6
Complaints1 crash · 1 injured reported 25
Crash ratingnot rated by NHTSA —
Fuel economybest combined, EPA 21 mpg
Starting MSRP3 trims · manufacturer $75,300
20262025202420232022202120202019201820172016

The 2020 Porsche Cayenne is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and gas large SUV with 10 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Cayenne e-Hybrid, is EPA-rated at 21 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year, 2 rated critical, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 25 complaints, most often about the engine. Manufacturer pricing runs from $75,300 to $130,100 across 3 trims.

Porsche Cayenne — photograph via Wikimedia Commons
Porsche Cayenne · Photo: Alexander Migl · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Trims & pricing

Source: manufacturer press kitWhich trim should I buy? → Compare a trim →
TrimPowertrainDriveMSRPHPTorqueCargo (2nd row)Wheels
Cayenne CoupeGasAWD$75,300335 hp332 lb-ft22 cu-ft20 in
Cayenne S CoupeGasAWD$88,600434 hp405 lb-ft22 cu-ft20 in
Cayenne Turbo CoupeGasAWD$130,100541 hp567 lb-ft21.2 cu-ft21 in

MSRP excludes destination. Open a trim for the complete spec sheet and standard/optional equipment. Have the car in front of you? Decode its VIN to see which of these trims it is and what it was priced at.

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
ConfigurationPowertrainDriveEngine / motorCityHwyCombRangekWh/100miCharge (240V)Annual fuel*
Cayenne e-HybridPlug-in hybridAWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless202221 (25 MPGe blended)14 mi electric713 h$3,900
Cayenne e-Hybrid CoupePlug-in hybridAWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless202221 (25 MPGe blended)14 mi electric713 h$3,900
Cayenne Turbo S e-HybridPlug-in hybridAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless162018 (21 MPGe blended)12 mi electric763 h$4,550
Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid CoupePlug-in hybridAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless162018 (21 MPGe blended)12 mi electric763 h$4,550
CayenneGasAWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo192320———$4,100
Cayenne CoupeGasAWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo192320———$4,100
Cayenne SGasAWD2.9L 6-cyl turbo182220———$4,100
Cayenne S CoupeGasAWD2.9L 6-cyl turbo182219———$4,350
Cayenne TurboGasAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo151917———$4,850
Cayenne Turbo CoupeGasAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo151917———$4,850

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 42580, 42581, 42805, 42806, 41684, 42490, 41685, 42491, 41607, 42492.

Emissions & certification

Source: EPA emission certificates
ConfigurationSmog ratingEmission standardWhere it can be sold newSmartWay
Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid, Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid Coupe, Cayenne e-Hybrid, Cayenne e-Hybrid Coupe3 / 10California LEV-III ULEV125 / Federal Tier 3 Bin 125All 50 states (federal, all altitudes); California and states following California standards—
Cayenne, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Coupe5 / 10California LEV-III ULEV70 / Federal Tier 3 Bin 70All 50 states (federal, all altitudes); California and states following California standards—

Certified for all fifty states, so it can be registered new anywhere in the U.S.

The smog rating scores tailpipe pollutants other than greenhouse gases, 1 (worst) to 10 (best), and is comparable only within a model year. The standard is the federal bin or California tier the configuration was certified to. Both come from the EPA certificate behind the window sticker.

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Recalls (6)

Source: NHTSA recall database
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Back Over Prevention

ASB2
172,107 vehicles 47% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." Risk A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
Filed with NHTSADefect report PDFOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 25V896000 reported Dec 19, 2025 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
!critical

Electrical System

APB6
41,345 vehicles 61% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat. Risk An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire. Fix Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's numbe
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 23V841000 reported Dec 13, 2023 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Seats

AMB0
136 vehicles 96% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System. Risk The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury. Fix Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V318000 reported May 5, 2021 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Power Train

ALA5
1,805 vehicles 98% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020 Cayenne vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Risk If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may be made slippery, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA5.
Filed with NHTSARemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V271000 reported May 13, 2020 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
!critical

Fuel System, Gasoline

ALA4
2,253 vehicles 99% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cayenne Turbo and 2020 Cayenne Turbo Coupe, Turbo S Hybrid and Turbo S Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak. Risk A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Fix Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA4.
Filed with NHTSARemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 20V270000 reported May 13, 2020 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Electrical System

AKB8
44,128 vehicles 93% reported repaired built Apr 4, 2018 – Aug 2, 2019
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, 2018 Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Executive, 2019 Cayenne Hybrid, 2019-2020 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2020 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle br 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. Fix Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8. Note: This recall supersedes recall 19V115 and includes vehicles that were previously remedied under that campaign.
Filed with NHTSARemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 19V735000 reported Oct 16, 2019 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →

These are vehicle campaigns — the ones the automaker filed against this model. NHTSA also records equipment recalls, filed by a parts maker against a component (a tyre, a child seat, an aftermarket part), and those are not listed here or counted above. nhtsa.gov/recalls shows both for a VIN.

NHTSA defect investigations

Electrical System:Propulsion System — Pedestrian alert sounds closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021. On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject mat

Opened Jan 27, 2023 · closed Aug 7, 2023 · action DP22005 · the investigation’s page →

Whether any of this applies to one specific Cayenne

A campaign covers a build range, not a model year, so two identical-looking cars from 2020 can differ. Both of these check a VIN against the manufacturer’s own list, free, in about ten seconds. Porsche publishes its own lookup because federal rule 49 CFR 573.15 requires it to, and to keep it current to within seven days.

NHTSA VIN check →Porsche’s own VIN lookup →

Hear about a recall before the letter does

The manufacturer’s letter is the last step of a recall: it has up to 60 days after filing to mail owners, at the address on the registration. We email you the day NHTSA posts a recall on the 2020 Porsche Cayenne, with what to do next. Nothing else, ever — no newsletter, no marketing, one-click unsubscribe in every message.

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Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database
25complaints filed

1 involved a crash · 0 a fire · 1 injuries · 0 deaths reported

16 per 10,000 built · Porsche reported 15,916 Cayenne built (its Early Warning production report to NHTSA)

Filed per year: 2021: 4 · 2022: 3 · 2023: 1 · 2024: 3 · 2025: 3 · 2026: 11

Most-cited components

Unspecified 7
Engine 7
Service Brakes 5
Electrical System 5
Power Train 5
Air Bags 3

In owners' own words

Filed with NHTSA by the people who own these cars, one per problem area. Quoted as written, with anything identifying removed.

Everytime when vehicle coming to a stop car lurches forward few feets. It just happens when car downshifts from second to first gear transmission pushes you forward few feets, You just need to be very carefull because it can push you into another vehicle or pedastrian.
Power Train Nov 21, 2024 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11626672
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.
Engine Sep 9, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11763010
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.
Electrical System Aug 11, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11756293
The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the rear-view camera became inoperable while reversing and then turned on. There were no warning lights illuminated.
Back Over Prevention at 80,000 miles Aug 4, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11754655
Porsche dashboard leather shrunk and is bubbling on the entire top where the Airbag sits. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly. The Porsche dealer looked at it and recommended replacing the entire dashboard!
Air Bags Jul 11, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11749717
Vehicle: 2020 Porsche Cayenne VIN: Mileage: 41,918 Complaint: My 2020 Porsche Cayenne exhibits a significant and repeatable lurching and abnormal braking pattern each time the vehicle decelerates to a stop. The behavior is consistent and pronounced enough to cause me physical motion sickness on every drive.
Service Brakes Apr 7, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11729733

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Reported by Porsche itself: 1 death-or-injury claim on this model year in its quarterly Early Warning reports to NHTSA (49 CFR 579.21): 1 injured, as claimed, not verified — about 6.3 per 100,000 built. Every Cayenne model year, by year and system → Dated and by system, they are exhibit F of the defect dossier.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP

NHTSA has not published 5-Star crash ratings for this model year.

Service bulletins & campaigns

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications
Extended coverage on file 1 filing by the manufacturer with NHTSA naming this model year

The term and the vehicles it covers are the manufacturer’s, as NHTSA’s summary of each filing states them; a dealer checks one particular car by its VIN. Every Porsche warranty extension (5) → · Every warranty extension on file, all makes →

Communicationsfiled with NHTSA 4,783
Most recentmanufacturer date 2026-09-24
Kindsas classified by NHTSA 4510 service bulletins, 147 service campaigns, 99 others

Most often about: Electrical System, Engine, Unknown Or Other, Equipment, Structure.

  • No. 96-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-24 · Structure — Body
  • Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade
  • No. 103-25-2 Service bulletin
    2026-09-23 · Power Train
  • Technical Information for Need to Replace Components of the High-Voltage Battery - High-Voltage Battery Control Unit / Cell module; No Mixed Installation Permitted: Observe Specified Approach
  • No. 28-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Power Train
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils. Note that this bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which C40 engine oils are allocated.
  • No. 27-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Engine
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils. Note that the bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which C20 engine oils are allocated.
  • No. 26-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Power Train
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils. Note that the bulletin includes all models back to model year 1984, for which C30 engine oils are allocated.
  • No. 25-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Engine
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils. Note that this bulletin covers all vehicles from model year 1997 to 2020, for which A40 engine oils are assigned. Model years 1997-2001 are not available for selection in the system.
  • SPTL2609 Service bulletin
    2026-09-14 · Wheels
  • Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available
  • No. 86-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-09 · Exterior Lighting
  • Technical Information for Vehicle Color in Front Display/Control Panel Wrong after Replacing Central Computer (PCM)

A service bulletin is the manufacturer telling its dealers how to diagnose or repair a known condition. It is not a recall, not a finding that the vehicle is defective, and the work is not automatically free — though a bulletin is often what a dealer works from when you describe a symptom, so quoting the document number can save a diagnosis. The count is every communication filed; the list shows the most recent, one entry per campaign, because a single campaign is usually filed as several documents on the same day. The summaries are NHTSA's; the full documents come from the manufacturer.

At the New York inspection station

Source: New York State DMV

In New York’s inspection lanes over the 12 months to Oct 10, 2026, the 2020 Porsche Cayenne failed the emissions check on 1.3% of first inspections — lower than the 2.2% for every 2020 model-year vehicle inspected; and the safety inspection on 1.3% (every 2020 vehicle: 1.6%).

New York inspections 1.3%

failed emissions

694 initial inspections of 675 vehicles.

MeasureThe 2020 CayenneEvery 2020 vehicleBehind it
Failed the emissions check1.3%2.2%690
Failed the safety inspection1.3%1.6%694
Air-bag warning lamp stayed lit0.14%0.19%694
Miles driven a year8,1989,980odometer at inspection
Average odometer51,64062,630odometer at inspection

New York’s emissions test on these model years is an on-board diagnostics check: it fails a car whose check-engine light is on or whose self-tests have not finished. First inspections only, so a car that failed and came back is counted once; private and special plates, not taxis, livery or commercial plates. A rate appears only where at least 200 inspections stand behind it. “Every 2020 vehicle” is every 2020 model-year car, SUV and pickup inspected in the same window, all makes. This is the state’s record of test results, not a reliability score by itself. Source: New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, Vehicle Inspections (data.ny.gov, Open NY terms).

Cayenne by model year

all years, side by side →
Year Safety Recalls Complaints
2026 A 1 5 19 mpg2025 B 2 6 22 mpg2024 D 5 5 Do not drive2023 B 2 5 19 mpg2022 C 3 4 21 mpg2021 F 7 21 21 mpg2020 this page F 6 25 21 mpg2019 F 8 47 21 mpg2018 A 1 14 22 mpg2017 B 2 19 22 mpg2016 B 2 40 24 mpg

Common questions about the 2020 Cayenne

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

How much does the 2020 Porsche Cayenne cost?

Manufacturer pricing runs from $75,300 for the Cayenne Coupe AWD to $130,100 for the Cayenne Turbo Coupe AWD, across 3 trims. Those are MSRPs from the manufacturer's own press material; they exclude destination, options, taxes and whatever the dealer adds. Every trim and price is listed above.

Does the 2020 Porsche Cayenne have any recalls?

NHTSA has posted 6 recall campaigns for the 2020 Porsche Cayenne, 2 of them rated critical. The most serious on file is 23V841000, covering Electrical System. 1 of them was filed with no repair available at the time — NHTSA's file records what the manufacturer had in hand on the filing date, not what exists today. The manufacturer's own estimate for when a fix would be ready: mid-2024. Check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls; a recall applies to specific build ranges, not every car.

How safe is the 2020 Porsche Cayenne?

NHTSA has not published a crash-test rating for the 2020 Porsche Cayenne yet. On the recall record WhichTrim grades it F (56/100), which measures open and severe recalls rather than crash protection.

What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Porsche Cayenne?

Across the 10 EPA-rated configurations of the 2020 Porsche Cayenne, the best EPA combined figure is 21 mpg (MPGe on the electrified versions). Figures are the EPA's own, per configuration, and every one is listed above.

What do owners complain about on the 2020 Porsche Cayenne?

Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Porsche Cayenne, most often about unspecified, engine, service brakes. Of those, 1 involved a crash, 1 reported injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, so treat the pattern as a signal and the individual report as an anecdote.

How clean is the 2020 Porsche Cayenne?

The EPA smog rating for the 2020 Porsche Cayenne runs 3 to 5 out of 10 across its configurations. That score covers tailpipe pollutants other than greenhouse gases, and it only compares vehicles within the same model year. It is certified for all fifty states, so it can be registered new anywhere in the U.S. Its configurations were certified to different standards — California LEV-III ULEV125, California LEV-III ULEV70, Federal Tier 3 Bin 125, Federal Tier 3 Bin 70 — which the table above lists per configuration.

Are there service bulletins for the 2020 Porsche Cayenne?

The manufacturer has filed 4783 service bulletins and related communications with NHTSA for the 2020 Porsche Cayenne, most often covering electrical system, engine, unknown or other. The most recent is dated 2026-09-24. A bulletin is not a recall: it is the repair procedure a manufacturer sends its dealers for a condition it knows about, and the work is not automatically paid for. It is still worth knowing — if the symptom matches, quoting the bulletin number at the service desk can save a diagnosis. The document numbers and summaries are listed above.

How does the 2020 Porsche Cayenne do at state inspection?

In New York’s inspection lanes over the 12 months to Oct 10, 2026, the 2020 Porsche Cayenne failed the emissions check on 1.3% of first inspections — lower than the 2.2% for every 2020 model-year vehicle inspected; and the safety inspection on 1.3% (every 2020 vehicle: 1.6%). The figures are New York State DMV’s own inspection records, first inspections only, and the table above sets each one against every vehicle of the same model year.

Which 2020 Porsche Cayenne trim is the best value?

$54,800 separates the cheapest of the 3 trims from the most expensive, so the answer depends on which of the differences you would actually use. Every trim has its own page here with the manufacturer's full specification and equipment list, plus a short summary of exactly what it adds over the base trim — worth reading before a dealer frames the walk-up for you. The trim-by-trim ladder shows what every step up costs and what it makes standard.

What we hold, and what an empty row means

Paid vehicle-history reports will not tell you the difference between “nothing happened to this car” and “we never received that record” — both of the big two say as much in their own help pages. Most of what is on this page comes from complete federal registers, so we can tell you which is which, row by row.

DataHeldSourceWhat it covers — or what empty means
Fuel economy & configurations10 configurationsEPA certification recordsEvery configuration the EPA certified for sale, with its own test figures.
Emission certificates10 configurationsEPA emission certificatesSmog rating, standard and the sales area that decides where the car can be sold new.
Recalls6NHTSA recall campaignsA complete federal register: every campaign covering this model year, with severity and advisory flags.
Owner complaints25NHTSA complaint databaseAlso complete, but unverified: these are reports owners filed, not findings. Counts scale with how many were sold.
Crash ratingsnoneNHTSA NCAPNHTSA has not tested this model year. Cars are selected for testing, so untested is not unsafe.
Service bulletins4783NHTSA manufacturer communicationsEverything the manufacturer told its dealers about a defect or malfunction, short of a recall.
Investigations1NHTSA Office of Defects InvestigationOpen and closed defect investigations, with the agency's own narrative.
Driver-assist crash reportsnoneNHTSA Standing General Order 2021-01No report has been filed. Only entities named in the order report, and only crashes they hear of — so this is also what an unequipped car, or a manufacturer without telematics, looks like.
Specifications filed with NHTSAnoneNHTSA vPIC, decoded from VIN patternsWe had no VIN pattern to decode for this model year, or the manufacturer filed nothing usable.
Trims, pricing & equipment3 trimsManufacturer press kitTranscribed from the manufacturer's own press material, every value carrying the document it came from.

Rebuilt nightly; this page was generated 2026-10-26. Every figure above is traceable to the source named beside it, and the JSON for this page carries the same values with their identifiers.

Where to go next

pages beside this one
Other years The 2026 Cayenne The Cayenne model year with the cleanest record on file — grade A, 1 recall.Recalls Every Porsche recall on file All campaigns filed against Porsche vehicles, newest first, with the manufacturer's own number.Recall Watch Watch this Cayenne by VIN Give it the VIN and you hear the night a campaign is filed — from $29 a month for a lot, free for ten.

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). The most serious recall counts in full and each further one counts 85% of the one before, because a vehicle sold in millions is recalled more often than a rare one without being more dangerous — and because a flat subtraction bottomed the scale out, scoring a vehicle with 22 recalls within a point of one with six. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Read it as what it counts: recall campaigns on the federal record, weighted by severity. The damping reduces the sales bias by roughly 40% but does not remove it: like our complaint counts, this is not normalized by how many were sold, so a best-seller still scores somewhat worse than an obscure model with the same real risk. NHTSA crash ratings, do-not-drive and park-outside advisories, and the crash, fire, injury and death counts in owner complaints are reported separately on every page and never blended into the letter — a vehicle can hold five stars and a poor letter at once, and where that happens we say so rather than leave you to notice. Because the scale subtracts from a clean sheet, a model year too new to have been recalled, complained about or bulletined scores full marks on an empty record; we label those grades provisional rather than present them as earned.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed nightly. Trim-level specifications and pricing are transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit; every value carries its source in the data file.

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