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2023 Porsche Cayenne problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

11

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Cayenne years?

Cayenne NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted76 complaints2003: 3 complaints2004: 51 complaints2005: 43 complaints2006: 55 complaints2008: 38 complaints2009: 21 complaints2010: 1 complaints2011: 37 complaints2012: 33 complaints2013: 55 complaints2014: 76 complaints2015: 16 complaints2016: 56 complaints2017: 22 complaints2018: 18 complaints2019: 63 complaints2020: 33 complaints2021: 24 complaints2022: 3 complaints2023: 11 complaints2024: 9 complaints2025: 13 complaints2026: 8 complaints
Cayenne NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Porsche Cayenne problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Other327%
Driver Assistance218%
Electrical System218%
Brakes19%
Speed Control19%
Steering19%
Visibility & Wipers19%

Does the 2023 Porsche Cayenne have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

25V896000Driver AssistanceDecember 19, 2025 · 172,107 units

Defect

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 reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Remote lock using a phone app locks the door while the trunk is open. This is considered a health and safety concern as individuals assume the vehicle is locked and secured while the vehicle is exposed to theft, misuse, or even the safety of passenger ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 20, 2024

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · June 24, 2026 · crash

“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. I almost ran…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 12, 2025

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 24, 2026 · crash

“The drivers side wiper leaves a streak at drives eye level during most rain events. My dealer has replaced the wiper 3 times but this has not fixed the issue. My Dealer has verified this is happening and verified this happens on all Porsche Cayenne vehicles of this age and model. According to FMVSS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · December 12, 2022

2023 Porsche Cayenne — common questions

Is the 2023 Porsche Cayenne reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2023 Cayenne problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are other (3 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints), driver assistance (2 complaints).

Does the 2023 Porsche Cayenne have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Porsche Cayenne. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Porsche Cayenne years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Cayenne years to avoid are 2014, 2019, 2016, 2006, 2013, 2004, 2005, 2008, 2011, 2017, 2018, 2015. The cleanest record among Cayenne years belongs to 2010.

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.