Used Porsche Cayenne: Inspection checklist

Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 111 complaints across these 8 years; the 2019 drew the most.

Choose a model year

Problems that follow the Cayenne from year to year

Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.

Area	2018	2019	2020	2021	Total
Electrical	3	9	4	4	20
Airbags	2	8		3	13
Transmission		4	5	2	11

Cayenne generations and updates

First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.

Third generation
2019–2023
2023 update: New dashboard layout; Increased engine outputs; Updated powertrains
Second generation
2011–2018
- 2018
2014 update: Minor exterior alterations; New power-train options including a plug-in E-Hybrid

Mileages where Cayenne problems start

From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.

Typical mileage	Problem	Year
654–1,000 miles	Early check engine light	2021
8,000–8,000 miles	Electrical system failures	2022

Every Cayenne recall to confirm

18 recalls cover the Cayenneyears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 7 campaigns span more than one model year. One told owners not to drive or to park outside until repaired.