2012 Porsche Cayenne vs 2013 Porsche Cayenne
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | 2013 Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 469 | 490 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 67,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Porsche Cayenne | Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 12 | 16 |
| Engine | 4 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 4 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 0 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
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.