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2018 Porsche Cayenne Recalls & Complaints

The 2018 Porsche Cayenne has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 13 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Porsche dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2018 Porsche Cayenne. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2018 Porsche Cayenne owner complaints

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Porsche Cayenne, describing incidents dated August 31, 2018 to February 20, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Electrical System 3 complaints
  • Engine 3 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 3 complaints
  • Air Bags 2 complaints
  • Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
  • Exterior Lighting 1 complaint

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11735314 · Filed

    The high-voltage battery pack in my 2018 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid (VIN: [XXX] , approximately 81,000 miles) has experienced a noticeable and progressive reduction in battery range and performance. On February 20, 2026, Porsche White Plains (an authorized Porsche dealer) performed an inspection but…

  • ODI #11706265 · Filed

    Driving through a parking lot, less than five miles an hour, and suddenly heard a horrible knocking sound. Stopped and looked under the car. Nothing. Drove it very slowly to mechanic less than a mile away. Front drive shaft had collapsed and fallen down, according to the mechanic.

  • ODI #11663218 · Filed

    The contact owns a 2018 Porsche Cayenne equipped with Michelin Tires, Tire Line: Latitude Sport, Tire Size: 295/35/R21, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle, and the front…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2018 Porsche Cayenne in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Incorrect Thread may Allow Ski Bag to Detach

NHTSA #18V844000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice

Reported November 28, 2018 · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 142 vehicles

Repair completion: 59.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Porsche campaign AJ12 · Owners notified January 10, 2019 · Vehicles built August 23, 2017 – August 23, 2017 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Porsche Cayenne model years

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