2021 Porsche Cayenne Problems And Complaints

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2021 Porsche Cayenne SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and Which Year to Avoid

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Investigations

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on August 6, 2024

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne AWD has been designed to be a tough and rigid premium drive on offer, concreted by a wide range of safety features and high-end reliability. A J.D Power rating of 82 comprising of "81 in Quality and Reliability", "85 in Driving Experience, and "88 in Dealership Experience" is a further testament to the aforementioned. 

Having placed for sale for the season against the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Maserati Levante, the Porsche Cayenne 2021 is no different in its build quality. As a result, the 2021 Cayenne proves to be a high-maintenance car for many owing to a sum-up of $7,089 for maintenance and $3,021 for repairs for 5 years of revving. 

2021 Porsche Cayenne user complaints and problems

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne has no records regarding the complaints and issues on the NHTSA. 

2021 Porsche Cayenne recalls

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne recalls retaining to be at 0 just like the "Problems and Investigation" domains. 

Which Porsche Cayenne model year should you avoid?

Among all, the 2004 Porsche Cayenne is surely the one to be avoided firsthand, simply because of its 96 problems and 8 recalls. The other one on the list is the 2011 Porsche Cayenne as it is not far behind the former with a marking of 51 complaints. On the flip side, we see a relatively more desirable and reliable build from 2019 onwards with 2020 MY being the least problem-prone in the lineup. 

Should you buy a used Porsche Cayenne?

The Porsche Cayenne is an enthusiast’s delight with explicit driving handling. It has proven its worth in recent years with ravishing reliability and quality stance. So, one can give it a shot at the used Porsche Cayenne, especially, if it counts in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 model years. 

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September 30, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11690525

Components: 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA ID Number:
11690525

Incident Date:
September 30, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
WP1AG2AY0MD

Consumer Location:
CAMARILLO, CA

Summary
I am reporting a safety defect with my 2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS. The leather dashboard is delaminating an...

June 27, 2025, NHTSA ID Number: 11669823

Components: 140000 AIR BAGS

NHTSA ID Number:
11669823

Incident Date:
June 27, 2025

Vehicle Identification Number:
WP1AG2AY8MD

Consumer Location:
PACE, FL

Summary
Dashboard leather is separating and was told this could affect the airbag deployment in the case of an ac...

June 8, 2024, NHTSA ID Number: 11593255

Components: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA ID Number:
11593255

Incident Date:
June 8, 2024

Vehicle Identification Number:
WP1AA2AY4MD

Consumer Location:
NEW YORK, NY

Summary
Much like thousands of Cayenne drivers, I am constantly let down by an ongoing issue with Adaptive Cruise...

September 8, 2023, NHTSA ID Number: 11543394

Components: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA ID Number:
11543394

Incident Date:
September 8, 2023

Vehicle Identification Number:
WP1AG2AY8MD

Consumer Location:
PLANO, TX

Summary
I was driving the auto and parked in my garage without any indication of a fault. I attempted to start t...

July 8, 2023, NHTSA ID Number: 11531025

Components: 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

NHTSA ID Number:
11531025

Incident Date:
July 8, 2023

Vehicle Identification Number:
WP1AE2AY1MD

Consumer Location:
Unknown

Summary
Problem with the hybrid system and the engine control system. Unit changed automatically and unexpectedl...

81/100Best

Quality & Reliability

Assesses the extent of issues, glitches, and design imperfections encountered by...

85/100Best

Driving Experience

Owners' assessments regarding the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functi...

72/100Best

Resale

CARHP's projection of depreciation, which estimates the probable decrease in the...

87/100Best

Dealership Experience

Owners' interactions with dealerships associated with this brand, encompassing b...

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