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2017 Porsche Cayenne Research

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2 Recalls
15 Complaints
N/A Safety Rating
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⚠️ NHTSA Recalls (2)

The following safety recalls have been issued by NHTSA for the Porsche Cayenne. If you own this vehicle, check your VIN at our VIN lookup tool or NHTSA.gov to see if your vehicle is affected.

2017 Model Year (2 recalls)

Campaign #18V844000 28/11/2018
EQUIPMENT

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.

Risk: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.

Campaign #22V656000 30/08/2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

💬 Consumer Complaints (15)

Real complaints filed with NHTSA by Porsche Cayenne owners. These reports help identify common issues and potential safety concerns.

Most Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 3
ENGINE 2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 1
AIR BAGS 1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 1
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1
POWER TRAIN 1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 1
2017 model • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • 12/10/2025

Case Number: 1170739 – Additional Evidence Submission I would like to provide an additional document for Case #1170739. The manufacturer (Porsche Cars North America) stated in writing that the vehicle is “safe to drive even with warning indicators illuminated,” but in the same communication offered a rental vehicle if I found this “inconvenient.” These two statements cannot logically coexist, and…

2017 model • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM • 10/18/2025

I am reporting a series of safety-related defects involving the electrical, cooling, and fuel systems of my 2021 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid. The vehicle was initially brought to the authorized Porsche dealership due to an electrical system error, and the dealer kept the vehicle for an extended period. After approximately five months, the vehicle was returned to me without a clear…

2017 model • EXTERIOR LIGHTING • 09/25/2025

During rain events, headlight housings are becoming inundated with moisture (L and R sides). A quick search on multiple forums shows this is a known issue with all Porsche models. During night driving this issue reduces visibility significantly. Yes, this puts my occupants and other drivers at risk. Porsche is famous for not acknowledging and addressing out of warranty manufacturing…

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