Question 1

Is the Porsche CAYENNE S reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Porsche CAYENNE S has 26 total NHTSA complaints across 2 model years. The most reliable years are 2012 (6 complaints). Years to avoid: 2011 (20 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Porsche CAYENNE S should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2011 Porsche CAYENNE S. The 2011 model has the most complaints (20) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Porsche CAYENNE S?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Porsche CAYENNE S are 2012 (6 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2012	6	FAULTY TRANSFER CASE THE CAR HAD A BUMPY AND VIOL...	Above Average
2011	20	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE CAYENNE S. TH...	Below Average

Porsche CAYENNE S — All Years

Porsche CAYENNE S — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid