2024 Porsche Cayenne: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Porsche Cayenne: 4 recalls, 5 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #23V527000 · 2023 · 2,934 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 cayenne, cayenne s, cayenne coupe, cayenne turbo gt, and cayenne s coupe vehicles. After the vehicle is turned off, the rear hazard warning lights and the parking lights May not illuminate if they are activated within 10 seconds after the gateway control unit shuts off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor…
Why it matters: Rear hazard warning lights and parking lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the gateway control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2023.
Suspension Vehicle recall #24V533000 · 2024 · 2,475 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 cayenne vehicles. The driver's side front axle upper left control arm installed on the vehicles May have been installed with cracks, which can result in front axle control arm breaking and an unexpected loss of steering and wheel control.
Why it matters: A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver side left upper control arm, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 13, 2024.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #25V634000 · 2025 · 177 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2026 panamera, cayenne, and 2025 panamera e-hybrid vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump May not be tightened properly, resulting in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V896000 · 2025 · 172,107 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Exterior lights (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Fuel & propulsion (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2024 Porsche Cayenne has 5 owner complaints, ranking #18 of 23 Cayenne model years for complaints (well below the 22 average). Complaints peaked in 2024 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old. Neighboring years: 2023 (5 complaints, 1 recalls), 2025 (5 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Porsche Cayenne have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Porsche Cayenne. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Porsche Cayenne problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (2), exterior lights (2), fuel & propulsion (1).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Porsche Cayenne get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Porsche Cayenne repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.