Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2011 Porsche Cayenne
NHTSA data on file today
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 30 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V656000 Headlight Adjustment Screw Missing Cover/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #16V169000 Missing Brake Pedal Clip may cause Loss of Braking NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #12V065000 HEADLAMP MODULE NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 12 complaints
- Power Train 11 complaints
- Unknown or Other 5 complaints
- Air Bags 3 complaints
- Electrical System 1 complaint
- Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
Of the 30 complaints on file, 1 reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$18,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne has an average reliability, with notable issues in the engine and power train sectors. Recalls address lighting and brake reliability, which are safety-critical. Although these issues suggest potential expense, the frequency of repair remains moderate compared to industry norms.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 60,000–90,000 miles | $4,000–$8,000 | common |
| power train | 70,000–110,000 miles | $2,000–$5,000 | common |
| brake system | 30,000–60,000 miles | $800–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake system inspection
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Coolant system maintenance
- Battery check and replacement
- Tire rotation and balance
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine knocking sounds
- Transmission slipping
- Brake pedal feels loose
- Unusual vibrations
- Persistent warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2011 Porsche Cayenne at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.