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2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2021 compare to other Cayenne Gts years?

Cayenne Gts NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted3 complaints2008: 3 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints2016: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints
Cayenne Gts NHTSA complaints by model year, 2021 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

21V341000EngineMay 12, 2021 · 12 units

Defect

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.

Consequence

Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB1.

21V318000AirbagsMay 5, 2021 · 136 units

Defect

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System.

Consequence

The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.

2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts — common questions

Is the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Gts. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.