2019 Porsche Cayenne
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 53 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 3 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
26% of complaints: air bags — 10 distinct reports on file.
23% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
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2019 Porsche Cayennes (and other Porsche models) have LiFe P04 lithium batteries that have an internal Battery Control Module that causes a "Battery Low " indication.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231113
15% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
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When car downshifts from 2nd gear to 1st gear, it lunges / jerks forward, even as brakes are applied. Porsche mechanic and Porsche Cars North America both indicate nothing is wrong with the transmission. THIS IS A CONSTANT ISSUE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240819
13% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.
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SEVERAL TIMES A MONTH WHEN MY CAR COMES TO A STOP THE BRAKES MALFUNCTION AND THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND THE POWER STEERING STOPS WORKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191127
13% of complaints: exterior lighting — 5 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche Cayenne vehicles. The passenger side rear seat belt buckle may break under load, such as in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger rear seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ09.
Campaign 18V751000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling one 2019 Cayenne Turbo vehicle. The affected vehicle has shock absorber forks that may allow the shock absorbers to loosen.
Remedy: Porsche will notify the owner, and a dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA2.
Campaign 19V112000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.
Campaign 19V115000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Cayenne and Cayenne S vehicles. A software failure may cause the rearview camera image display to be delayed in responding.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the related software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA0.
Campaign 19V111000 — check if this car was fixed
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 19V735000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 25V896000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2019 Porsche Cayenne — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V751000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V112000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V115000 (electrical system, service brakes) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V111000 (back over prevention, visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V735000 (electrical system, service brakes) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V896000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2019 Porsche Cayenne reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Porsche Cayenne is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Porsche Cayenne?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Porsche Cayenne have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.