2023 Porsche Cayenne Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 2.9L 6-cyl AWD · 16 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by electrical system (2) and brakes (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 552 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 105 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the onboard and 204 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown3 60%
- Electrical system2 40%
- Brakes1 20%
- Steering1 20%
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “i was driving my car and at a stop sign i started accelerating when the light turned green - i must have been going 45 mPH after the light and all of a sudden my car went into hyper acceleration speeding up to 80 mph, i was pumping my brakes and the car was still raging to accelerate. …”
NHTSA complaint #11687005, filed 2025-09Electrical system: “In-car entertainment, transmissions controls, audio controls, climate controls (front and rear) , car will shut off without turning the key in off position, often times the vehicle will just terminate a call with no warning - no explantion, the rear camera on the screen in reverse show the rear of the car but it stays on for like 10 seconds when moving forward in drive, all of these are selected one the center console but placing your hand and fingers on the panel you accidentally select features or controls - this is dangerous because you hit things that you don't want and is distracting. …”
NHTSA complaint #11634723, filed 2025-01Brakes: “On the afternoon of June 24, 2026, at approximately 5:40 PM, I experienced a severe, sudden braking system failure that directly caused a rear-end collision. I was driving my 2023 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid on the highway, traveling to a concert scheduled for 7:00 PM. The highway traffic was heavy and slow-moving (stop-and-go). I was cruising at a moderate speed of approximately 40 to 50 mph. The vehicle ahead of me applied its brakes and came to a gradual, normal stop. I was maintaining a very safe following distance of approximately 30 meters (around 100 feet) behind that vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11747086, filed 2026-06Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2023 Porsche Cayenne version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Cayenne Coupe AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Cayenne GTS AWD | 4.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,850 |
| Cayenne GTS Coupe AWD | 4.0L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 17 | $4,850 |
| Cayenne S AWD | 2.9L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,550 |
| Cayenne S Coupe AWD | 2.9L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $4,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V896000Dec 19, 2025Back over prevention › Sensing system › CameraCovers: Porsche Cayenne 2019–2025, 911 2020–2025, Taycan 2020–2025 +2 more
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. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in…
- 23V841000Dec 13, 2023Electrical system › Propulsion system › Charging › Cable/cord › OnboardCovers: Porsche Cayenne 2019–2024, Taycan 2020–2024, Taycan 4S 2020–2024 +5 more
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be…
Recall details for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 552 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037849Sep 24, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade
- 11037838Sep 23, 2026Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Fuel system. Technical Information for Need to Replace Components of the High-Voltage Battery - High-Voltage Battery Control Unit / Cell module; No Mixed Installation Permitted: Observe Specified Approach
- 11037825Sep 22, 2026Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
- 11037822Sep 22, 2026Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
- 11037818Sep 22, 2026Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
- 11037868Sep 14, 2026Wheels, Suspension, Steering. Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available
- 11037805Sep 9, 2026Electrical system, Exterior lighting. Technical Information for Vehicle Color in Front Display/Control Panel Wrong after Replacing Central Computer (PCM)
- 11037804Sep 9, 2026Fuel system, Body and structure, Electrical system. Technical Information for Filler Flap on Vehicles with Hybrid Drive System (PHEV) Does Not Close
- 11037801Sep 8, 2026Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils
- 11037800Sep 8, 2026Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Technical Information for Yellow Warning Message “All-Wheel Drive System Malfunction”, “C12BEF6” and “C133700” in the All-Wheel Electronics Control Unit
Other model years of the Porsche Cayenne
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | — | 1 | — | 18 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 5 | — | 5 | — | 19 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 5 | — | 2 | — | 18 | — | Too new |
| 2021 | 21 | 31,000 | 6 | — | 20 | — | Falling |
| 2020 | 24 | 40,000 | 5 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 2019 | 48 | 29,000 | 7 | — | 21 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 13 | 10,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2017 | 18 | 41,000 | 2 | — | 19 | — | Rising |
| 2016 | 40 | 16,000 | 2 | — | 20 | 80 · More | Rising |
| 2015 | 14 | 16,000 | 3 | — | 23 | — | Not enough data |
| 2014 | 53 | 41,000 | 3 | — | 19 | 75 · More | Rising |
| 2013 | 40 | 66,095 | 3 | — | 19 | 25 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 27 | 51,450 | 4 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 30 | 64,508 | 3 | — | 19 | 9 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2009 | 15 | 84,250 | 2 | — | 16 | — | Stable |
| 2008 | 27 | 76,388 | 3 | — | 16 | 16 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2006 | 41 | 80,252 | 3 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2005 | 32 | 66,000 | 4 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 38 | 91,000 | 6 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Porsche Cayenne model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2023 Porsche Cayenne have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2023 Porsche Cayenne is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 3 complaints (60% of the total), followed by electrical system with 2.
Has the 2023 Porsche Cayenne been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Porsche Cayenne get?
The EPA rates the 2023 Porsche Cayenne (Cayenne S, 2.9L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.