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Porsche · Large SUV

2021 Porsche Cayenne

Plug-in hybrid Gas
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
12 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-10-26
F
Safety Signal
52 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
Recalls2 critical 7
Complaintsnone reporting a crash, fire or injury 21
Crash ratingnot rated by NHTSA —
Fuel economybest combined, EPA 21 mpg
20262025202420232022202120202019201820172016

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and gas large SUV with 12 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Cayenne e-Hybrid, is EPA-rated at 21 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for this model year, 2 rated critical, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 21 complaints, most often about the electrical system.

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

Trims & pricing

Source: manufacturer press kitCompare a trim →
TrimPowertrainDriveMSRPHPTorqueCargo (2nd row)Wheels
Cayenne GTSGasAWD—453 hp457 lb-ft27.2 cu-ft21 in
Cayenne GTS CoupeGasAWD—453 hp457 lb-ft21.1 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 (27 MPGe blended)17 mi electric723 h$3,900
Cayenne e-Hybrid CoupePlug-in hybridAWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless202221 (27 MPGe blended)17 mi electric723 h$3,900
Cayenne Turbo S e-HybridPlug-in hybridAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless172018 (22 MPGe blended)15 mi electric823 h$4,550
Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid CoupePlug-in hybridAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo + 99 kW DC Brushless172018 (22 MPGe blended)15 mi electric823 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 GTSGasAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo151917———$4,850
Cayenne GTS CoupeGasAWD4.0L 8-cyl turbo151917———$4,850
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: 43775, 43776, 43777, 43778, 43379, 43380, 43381, 43383, 43382, 43384.

Emissions & certification

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

Also on file Beside the 2021 Cayenne
Other years The 2026 Cayenne Recalls Porsche recalls
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Recalls (7)

Source: NHTSA recall database
●moderate

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 →
●moderate

Suspension

ANA1
1,241 vehicles 99% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed. Risk Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA1.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 22V040000 reported Jan 28, 2022 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
!critical

Steering

AMB4
27 vehicles 70% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne vehicles. The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, which can result in a detached steering column. Risk A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Dealers will install a new screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB4.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V493000 reported Jun 30, 2021 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Engine

AMB1
12 vehicles 100% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore. Risk Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire. Fix Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB1.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V341000 reported May 12, 2021 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. the full filing, and every vehicle covered →
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Air Bags

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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Suspension

AMA9
1,568 vehicles 98% reported repaired
Problem Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion. Risk A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. Fix Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA9.
Filed with NHTSAOwner letter PDFRemedy instructions PDF
NHTSA campaign 21V271000 reported Apr 21, 2021 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 2021 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.

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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 2021 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
21complaints filed

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

11 per 10,000 built · Porsche reported 19,821 Cayenne built (its Early Warning production report to NHTSA)

Filed per year: 2021: 4 · 2022: 4 · 2023: 2 · 2024: 1 · 2025: 3 · 2026: 7

Most-cited components

Electrical System 6
Unspecified 5
Air Bags 4
Engine 3
Service Brakes 2
Power Train 2

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.

On my 2021 Porsche Cayenne Base, which is equipped with the 3.0L V6 EA839 engine, I brought the vehicle to the dealership for a recall service. During inspection, the dealership found a leaking water pump and quoted $8,500 for repairs. There were no visible signs of a coolant leak on the ground, indicating an internal seal failure.
Engine Aug 31, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11760942
The contact owns a 2021 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver's side seat belt independently tightened and loosened. The emergency light illuminated, and a seat belt warning chime sounded continuously.
Seat Belts at 14,000 miles Aug 31, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11760839
Over approximately the past month, the leather covering on the dashboard of my 2021 Porsche Cayenne has rapidly begun lifting, buckling, and separating across a substantial portion of the dashboard. The deformation has become increasingly pronounced in a short period of time despite normal use and careful maintenance of the vehicle.
Air Bags Aug 25, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11759576
Battery completely discharged and the safety switch in the battery malfunctions and battery can not be charged again. There are many complaints seen online about the battery problems Porsche has. This strands the car and me the driver. The dealer and independent mechanics said the same.
Electrical System Aug 6, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11755286
Vehicle Information: 2021 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid (VIN: ) Description of Defect: While operating the vehicle, the steering column bolt physically backed out and detached, causing an immediate, complete loss of steering control.
Steering Jun 18, 2026 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11744923
when decelerating and car is in gear 2 it lurches the car forward while braking, basically fighting the attempt to slow the car down. I attribute this to aggressive downshifting, but is a safety issue because the operator then needs to compensate by pressing down on the brake pedal harder to stop the car.
Service Brakes Nov 8, 2021 NHTSA owner report · ODI 11439658

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.

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 3,186
Most recentmanufacturer date 2026-09-24
Kindsas classified by NHTSA 2984 service bulletins, 118 service campaigns, 66 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 · Fuel/Propulsion System
  • 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. 31-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Power Train
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
  • No. 30-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Engine
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
  • No. 29-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-22 · Engine
  • Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
  • SPTL2609 Service bulletin
    2026-09-14 · Steering
  • 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)
  • No. 84-26 Service bulletin
    2026-09-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System
  • Technical Information for Filler Flap on Vehicles with Hybrid Drive System (PHEV) Does Not Close

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 2021 Porsche Cayenne failed the emissions check on 1.8% of first inspections — close to the 1.9% for every 2021 model-year vehicle inspected; and the safety inspection on 1.1% (every 2021 vehicle: 1.5%).

New York inspections 1.8%

failed emissions

901 initial inspections of 870 vehicles.

MeasureThe 2021 CayenneEvery 2021 vehicleBehind it
Failed the emissions check1.8%1.9%899
Failed the safety inspection1.1%1.5%901
Air-bag warning lamp stayed lit0.11%0.19%901
Miles driven a year8,17410,343odometer at inspection
Average odometer43,05354,681odometer 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 2021 vehicle” is every 2021 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 this page F 7 21 21 mpg2020 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 2021 Cayenne

Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kits

Does the 2021 Porsche Cayenne have any recalls?

NHTSA has posted 7 recall campaigns for the 2021 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 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

NHTSA has not published a crash-test rating for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne yet. On the recall record WhichTrim grades it F (52/100), which measures open and severe recalls rather than crash protection.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

Across the 12 EPA-rated configurations of the 2021 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 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche Cayenne, most often about electrical system, unspecified, air bags. Complaints are unverified owner reports, so treat the pattern as a signal and the individual report as an anecdote.

How clean is the 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

The EPA smog rating for the 2021 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 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

The manufacturer has filed 3186 service bulletins and related communications with NHTSA for the 2021 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 2021 Porsche Cayenne do at state inspection?

In New York’s inspection lanes over the 12 months to Oct 10, 2026, the 2021 Porsche Cayenne failed the emissions check on 1.8% of first inspections — close to the 1.9% for every 2021 model-year vehicle inspected; and the safety inspection on 1.1% (every 2021 vehicle: 1.5%). 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.

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 & configurations12 configurationsEPA certification recordsEvery configuration the EPA certified for sale, with its own test figures.
Emission certificates12 configurationsEPA emission certificatesSmog rating, standard and the sales area that decides where the car can be sold new.
Recalls7NHTSA recall campaignsA complete federal register: every campaign covering this model year, with severity and advisory flags.
Owner complaints21NHTSA 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 bulletins3186NHTSA 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 & equipment2 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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