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2019 Porsche Cayenne Recalls, Issues & Maintenance

The 2019 Porsche Cayenne carries 6 open NHTSA recalls — most recently covering rear/other and shock absorber. Owners report 8 recurring issue clusters, led by “Rear-view camera failure under back-over recall.” Porsche tiers its maintenance: an oil service every 10,000 miles or 1 year, an intermediate service at 20,000 miles or 2 years, and a major service at 40,000 miles or 4 years that adds spark plugs and deeper driveline checks. Time matters as much as mileage — a garaged 911 driven 2,000 miles a year still needs its annual oil service, because Porsche's intervals assume fresh fluid chemistry, not just wear. Taycan owners skip oil but keep the 2-year inspection, brake-fluid, and filter rhythm.

6 Open Recalls

Source: NHTSA

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Campaign #18V751000 · Oct 24, 2018

Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Porsche Cayenne vehicles. The passenger side rear seat belt buckle may break under load, such as in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk: If the seat belt buckle breaks in the event of a crash, the occupant will not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger rear seat belt buckle, free of charge. The recall began November 30, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ09.

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

Campaign #19V112000 · Feb 20, 2019

Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling one 2019 Cayenne Turbo vehicle. The affected vehicle has shock absorber forks that may allow the shock absorbers to loosen.

Risk: Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Porsche will notify the owner, and a dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA2.

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR

Campaign #19V111000 · Feb 21, 2019

Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019 Cayenne and Cayenne S vehicles. A software failure may cause the rearview camera image display to be delayed in responding. As such, these vehicles fail to comply to Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the related software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA0.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Campaign #19V115000 · Feb 20, 2019

Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Panamera 4 Executive, Panamera 4S Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Executive, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Executive, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo and Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo vehicles, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo and Panamera 4S Executive vehicles and 2019 Cayenne S and Cayenne vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."

Risk: If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Campaign #19V735000 · Oct 16, 2019

Issue: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Panamera 4, Panamera Turbo, Panamera Turbo Executive, 2017-2018 Panamera, Panamera 4S Executive, Panamera 4S, 2018 Panamera Turbo S Hybrid, Panamera 4 Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Sport Turismo, Panamera Turbo S Hybrid Sport Turismo, Panamera 4 Hybrid, Panamera 4 Executive, 2019 Cayenne Hybrid, 2019-2020 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2020 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. The instrument cluster may not provide a visual warning when the brake pads are worn out. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light vehicle brake systems."

Risk: If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall is began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB8. Note: This recall supersedes recall 19V115 and includes vehicles that were previously remedied under that campaign.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign #25V896000 · Dec 19, 2025

Issue: 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."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

Recall data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.

Known issues for this vehicle

What drivers and federal regulators have officially reported about the 2019 Porsche Cayenne.

Reported to NHTSA

Rear-view camera failure under back-over recall

BACK OVER PREVENTION

3 NHTSA complaints · 2021-07 → 2026-07

“The surround video camera system frequently fails. One, several and sometimes all cameras randomly fail when triggered by placing transmission in reverse to park. Image is replaced by icon of camera with diagonal line through it. The dealer has attempted to fix this problem 4”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11425366
“The contact owns a 2019 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the back-over prevention camera failed to provide a rear-view image. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention); and associated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11752100
“The contact owns a 2019 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact called a local dealer and the manufacturer but was advised that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11721015

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Sudden transmission failure near 52,000 miles

POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 NHTSA complaints · 2026-04 → 2026-04

“At approximately 52,000 miles, the vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic transmission / driveline failure while in use. The failure created serious concern about safe operation and reliability and left the vehicle disabled or unsafe to continue driving normally. An”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11731119
“sudden total drivetrain failure at 52k mi with no warning, child passenger, prior dealer-documented leak that was not escalated”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11734234

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Vehicle lunge or lurch when coming to a stop

POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES

3 NHTSA complaints · 2021-11 → 2024-08

“When car downshifts from 2nd gear to 1st gear, it lunges / jerks forward, even as brakes are applied. Porsche mechanic and Porsche Cars North America both indicate nothing is wrong with the transmission. THIS IS A CONSTANT ISSUE. EVERYDAY FOR THE LAST TWO WEEKS. EVERY STOP”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11609566
“The vehicle lurches forward dangerously when coming to a complete stop. The brakes seem to release as the vehicle lurches forward”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11476696
“When braking to a stop, the car lunges forward even when foot is on the brake. This occurs at slower speeds around 5mph right before a dead stop”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11439727

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Leather dashboard delamination above airbag

AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

11 NHTSA complaints · 2025-04 → 2026-07

“The leather dash is peeling irregularly and will not deploy the passenger airbag properly if vehicle is involved in an accident and could result in death of a passenger. Serious problem with Cayenne SUV’s and Porsche refuses to address the problem with multiple complaints from”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11737472
“SAFETY ASSESSMENT: 2019 Porsche Cayenne S Dashboard Material Failure Vehicle Identification: VIN [XXX] , Current Odometer: 46639 Assessment Date: 12/11/2025 Evaluator: [XXX] , Registered Owner/Operator ________________________________________ EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The dashboard”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11710843
“the dashboard has a fitted leather coating covering the airbag... the leather and its surrounding seals has melted.. almost entirely.. and it is rippled and uneven all around... this is widespread for these models and may cause problems with the airbag in the dash...the airbag”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11655986

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Water pump seal leak into brake vacuum system

SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE

2 NHTSA complaints · 2025-11 → 2026-06

“While driving my 2019 Porsche Cayenne S on the freeway, the check-engine light came on, followed by a message on the dashboard that read “Engine Control fault – Driving permitted – Visit workshop.” Moments later, the vehicle suddenly lost power and decelerated from about ~75 mph”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11698394
“2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo (EA825 4.0L V8, VIN [XXX]). Vacuum-actuated water pump seal failure caused coolant infiltration of the vacuum system on two separate occasions during the CPO warranty period. The vacuum system on this engine supplies the brake servo (brake booster) — a”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11747045

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Driver-assistance system fault message loop

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE

8 NHTSA complaints · 2020-02 → 2023-04

“THERE'S A ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. PERIODICALLY, THESE ERROR MESSAGES RUN IN A CONTINUES LOOP( ACC NOT AVAILABLE, HIGH BEAM ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE, DRIVING LIGHT CONTROL ERROR, PAS RESTRICTED AND CAMERA SYSTEM RESTRICTED). THE LOCAL DEALERS HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX THE”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11306756
“THERE'S AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE (it is an E-Hybrid) with ERROR MESSAGES THAT RUN IN A CONTINUOUS LOOP (ACC NOT AVAILABLE, PAS RESTRICTED, DRIVING LIGHT CONTROL ERROR, HIGH BEAM ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE, LANE KEEP ASSIST RESTRICTED). THE LOCAL DEALER HAS NOT YET BEEN”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11462580
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? ACC Radar gats uncalibrated How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? no at all Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11425770

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LiFePO4 auxiliary battery shutdown

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 NHTSA complaints · 2023-03 → 2023-11

“Porsches with LiFePO4 Lithium batteries (like mine 2019 Cayenne S) have a software/hardware error that causes the battery to incorrectly send a code to the battery management system so that it will suddenly shutdown the battery permanently and will require a full battery”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11540201
“Car died suddenly at a traffic light stop. It was later diagnosed by dealership that the battery and starter have failed”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11513665
“In September 2022 the yellow battery warning light appeared on my dash while my car was still under warranty. Porsche had an open Campaign WMJ9 that involved a software update that resolved the issue. Last month, June, while my car was now out of warranty the same yellow warning”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11532271

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Headlight water intrusion and failure

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

3 NHTSA complaints · 2020-07 → 2025-07

“Seals around both headlights appear to be improperly/weakly sealed. Water intrusion is coming in from light rain or even a car wash causing entire headlight system to shut off until the moisture dries up often while driving. This vehicle has matrix adaptive led headlights and”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11671492
“MATRIX HEADLIGHTS DO NOT WORK, AT ALL. NIGHTTIME DRIVING IS DANGEROUS WITHOUT THESE HEADLIGHTS”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11340646
“TAILLIGHTS GETTING CONDENSATION”
— Owner report, NHTSA ODI #11364031

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Issues on other model years

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI). Complaint data refreshed Sep 11, 2026. Investigation data refreshed Sep 11, 2026.

We display NHTSA's record with attribution; we don't editorialize on what these complaints mean for any specific vehicle.

Essential maintenance

Critical for safety and preventing major damage

Oil Service (Annual)

Every 10,000 mi

Replace oil and filter every 10,000 miles or 12 months with Porsche A40/C40-approved oil (0W-20 on newer engines per spec). Track use: change before and after events — heat cycles age oil faster than street miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$120–$160

Shop

~$85–$115

DIY

~$25–$55

Full synthetic costs more than conventional. 5-quart 0W-20 + filter is the typical bill.

Intermediate / Major Maintenance

Every 20,000 mi

Intermediate service every 20,000 miles / 2 years (inspection, filters, fluids check); major service every 40,000 miles / 4 years adds spark plugs and deeper driveline and suspension checks per the maintenance booklet.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free with any paid service. A flashlight and 10 minutes covers the basics yourself.

Brake Fluid

Every 20,000 mi

Replace every 2 years regardless of mileage — non-negotiable on a car with this much brake capability. Track drivers: annually or per event schedule.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$180–$200

Shop

~$125–$140

DIY

~$10–$25

DOT 3 or 4 — match the cap. Vacuum bleeders make this a one-person DIY.

Tire Check (Staggered Fitment)

Every 10,000 mi

Most Porsches run staggered front/rear sizes that cannot rotate — the annual service checks wear pattern and age instead. N-spec tires older than 6 years should go regardless of tread.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Often free at the shop where you bought the tires — worth asking before paying.

Brake Inspection

Every 10,000 mi

Pads, rotors, and wear sensors checked at every service. PCCB ceramic rotors last far longer but cost five figures — have their condition documented at each service.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$85

Shop

~$60

DIY

Free

Most shops do this free as a courtesy with any service. Don't pay separately if you can avoid it.

Important maintenance

Keeps your vehicle running smoothly and efficiently

PDK / Tiptronic Fluid

Every 60,000 mi

PDK: Porsche schedules clutch-oil and gear-oil service on long intervals (varies by model — check your booklet); independent Porsche specialists commonly service both around 60,000 miles, sooner with track use. Manual gearboxes: fluid around 60,000 miles.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$330–$500

Shop

~$235–$355

DIY

~$60–$180

Some sealed transmissions have no dipstick — fill is precise and best left to a shop. Many drivers can still DIY drain-and-fill.

Spark Plugs (Major Service)

Every 40,000 mi

Replaced at the 40,000-mile / 4-year major service on most models. Turbocharged engines under hard use: some owners halve this.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$390

Shop

~$200–$275

DIY

~$25–$100

Iridium plugs cost more but last 100k+ miles. V6/V8 access varies wildly — some are tough.

Engine Air Filter

Every 40,000 mi

Replaced at major service; inspect at intermediate. Mid-engine Boxster/Cayman filters are more labor than the part — bundle with other work.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

5-minute job on most cars; the airbox lid usually has clips, no tools needed.

Recommended maintenance

Extends the life of your vehicle and improves comfort

Cabin Air Filter

Every 20,000 mi

Replace every 2 years with the intermediate service.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$60–$95

Shop

~$45–$70

DIY

~$15–$40

Usually behind the glovebox. Shops charge labor for a 10-minute job — easy DIY win.

Engine Coolant

On condition / lifetime

Porsche long-life coolant has no fixed street-car interval on most schedules; specialists refresh around 100,000 miles or when any cooling component is opened. Correct Porsche-spec coolant only.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$285–$330

Shop

~$200–$235

DIY

~$25–$60

Use the manufacturer-specified coolant — wrong color/chemistry can damage the cooling system.

12V Battery

Every 25,000 mi

Test annually — weekend cars kill batteries via sitting, not use. A maintainer is standard practice for garaged 911s; Taycans also depend on the 12V system to wake the EV drivetrain.

Estimated cost — typical U.S. ranges

Dealer

~$225–$390

Shop

~$160–$280

DIY

~$130–$250

Most auto-parts stores test and install batteries free with purchase. Skip the dealer markup.

Fatal crash history & reported problems

Occupant deaths in fatal crashes (FARS)

3 crashes 2010–2024

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road. How to read this number

Owner-reported problem signals

Separate from the federal fatality data above: complaints owners filed with NHTSA about this year and model. These are reports of problems, unverified, and are counted here only as signals.

1

complaints mentioning a crash

0

complaints mentioning a fire

Reviewed known issues for this vehicle·Open recalls for this vehicle

Typical U.S. ranges. Actual quotes vary by shop, parts choice, and vehicle condition.

How we estimate: Dealer = OEM parts × 1.4 + labor × $165/hr. Shop = parts + labor × $115/hr. DIY = parts only.

This maintenance schedule for the 2019 Porsche Cayenne reflects Porsche's published service intervals. Your actual service needs may vary based on driving conditions, climate, and vehicle usage. Always consult your owner's manual for model-specific recommendations.

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