2011 Porsche Cayenne vs 2012 Porsche Cayenne
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 27 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 432 | 469 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Porsche Cayenne | Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 12 |
| Engine | 12 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2011 Porsche Cayenne
2012 Porsche Cayenne
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.