Does the 2021 Porsche Cayenne have any recalls?

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne has 4 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with suspension:rear.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

22 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

There are 641 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne.

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2021 Porsche Cayenne service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

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Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

Turbo Coupe Sport Utility 4-Door
Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupe Sport Utility 4-Door
GTS Coupe Sport Utility 4-Door
E-Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
GTS Sport Utility 4-Door
S Sport Utility 4-Door
Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door
Turbo Sport Utility 4-Door
E-Hybrid Coupe Sport Utility 4-Door
S Coupe Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Coupe Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

4.0L 3996CC 244Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
4.0L 3996CC 244Cu. In. V8 PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV) DOHC Turbocharged
3.0L 2995CC 183Cu. In. V6 PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV) DOHC Turbocharged
2.9L 2894CC 177Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
3.0L 2995CC 183Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2021 Porsche Cayenne Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #22V04000028/01/2022Component: SUSPENSION:REAR

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were perfor

Consequence

Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely o

NHTSA #21V27100021/04/2021Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles

Consequence

A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a

Remedy

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall bega

NHTSA #25V89600019/12/2025Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increa

Remedy

Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were

NHTSA #21V31800005/05/2021Component: SEATS

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

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

TSB #11032418

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the door lock. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number(s) mentioned in the attached PDF.

TSB #11032393

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving (992513031K) Shock absorber (spring cyl.). The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number mentioned.

TSB #11032387

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission oil. Part number 00004321012 is affected - the vehicles that use this part number should be included.

TSB #11032380

Parts information for Parts Withdrawal - Oil Pressure Sender. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number PAB906060.

TSB #11032277

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving various parts. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part numbers mentioned. Part numbers: 0PD145703E, 0PD145703H, 0PD907123G, 0PD907123K

TSB #11032276

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the high-voltage battery. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part numbers mentioned. 9J1915099AS, 9J1915100AS, and 9J1915100AQ

TSB #11032274

Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission oil. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number 00004330563

TSB #11032273

Technical information for Diagnosis and Handling of 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Battery (Vehicle Electrical System Battery)

Showing the 8 most recent of 641 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20260511Component: VISIBILITY/WIPER

Instrument cluster anti-glare film or delamination on center and left instrument cluster. The film is wearing away in certain irregular sport and shapes. The overall wear is impacting the visibility t

20260511Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

20260310Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION

The contact owns a 2021 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.

20251009Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Porsche Cayenne. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase on 5/29/25, the mileage was

20250930Component: AIR BAGS

I am reporting a safety defect with my 2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS. The leather dashboard is delaminating and lifting away from its underlying structure. This defect is concerning because: The delaminat

Showing the 5 most serious of 22 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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