2011 Porsche Cayenne Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 17%of 30 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2011 Porsche Cayenne, 17% of the 30 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Transfer case issue is resulting in a jerky vehicle. This is part of the transmission system and over time will cause wear in front and rear differentials of an awd vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10725799, filed 2015-06, 55,000 miles“The leather on my Porsche Cayenne dashboard has shrunk and is pulling away from the front of the dashboard. My mechanic tells me that this is a possible safety issue because if the vehicle is in an accident, the front passenger airbag may not deploy correctly and recommends replacing (expensive). In checking various Porsche online forums, this appears to be a common issue among owners with the more expensive leather dashboards.”
NHTSA complaint #11626222, filed 2024-11“The original Porsche leather upper dashboard has shrunk, causing exposed staples, and rippling of the leather , including rippling and bunching of the leather that is covering the passenger dash airbag assembly. I have been informed that in the event of an accident causing airbags to deploy, the passenger airbag would likely not deploy correctly, and further injury could also occur because of exposed staples and hardware that should not be exposed. My Porsche dealer and independent dealer have both advised replacement of dash (for a very large sum of money). …”
NHTSA complaint #11627391, filed 2024-11“Coolant leaks while vehicle is stationary. Leak is due to faulty plastic that was redesigned to metal tubing due to common reported issues. Plastic tubing connected to coolant system will become brittle and cracked, causing overheating and lost of coolant. This issue is commonly reported about the 2011 cayanne with a dealership cost of up to $4500.”
NHTSA complaint #11299300, filed 2020-01“Porsche dash material is separating from the substrate of the structure. This material is directly between the airbag and the now loose material on the surface of the dash (leather). Porsche will not repair this and recommends a replacement at an estimated $10,000 USD. There is a significant risk to safety as the now loose upper material will interfere with the deployment of the airbag on the passenger side, adding potential harm and injury to a passenger inside the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11627588, filed 2024-11Related service bulletins
- 11037085Aug 28, 2026Special Tools and Equipment Information for Diagnostic Equipment Standards for all USA Porsche Centers
- 11037072Aug 14, 2026Product Knowledge for Model Type Designations
- 11037071Aug 14, 2026Product Knowledge for Chassis/VIN Numbering Systems
- 11035776Aug 5, 2026Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.300.000
- 11035884Jul 30, 2026VAS 621001A Matrix Headlamp Aimer – Automatic Shipment / Maha Installation
- 11035883Jul 27, 2026VAS 621001A Matrix Headlamp Aimer – Automatic Shipment / Maha Installation
- 11035754Jul 21, 2026PiUS Update Information Software Version: 3.2
- 11035753Jul 21, 2026PiUS Update Information Software Version: 3.2
- 11035752Jul 13, 2026Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.051
- 11035750Jul 8, 2026Porsche Tester Software Update Information Software Version: 44.200.041
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2 | 40% |
| 2023 | 3 | 60% |
| 2021 | 5 | 24% |
| 2020 | 7 | 29% |
| 2019 | 12 | 25% |
| 2018 | 3 | 23% |
| 2017 | 4 | 22% |
| 2016 | 16 | 40% |
| 2015 | 1 | 7% |
| 2014 | 11 | 21% |
| 2013 | 9 | 23% |
| 2012 | 7 | 26% |
| 2011 | 5 | 17% |
| 2009 | 2 | 13% |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 1 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2011 Porsche Cayenne
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Porsche Cayenne
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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