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2014 Porsche CayenneRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 53 owner complaints for the 2014 Porsche Cayenne. Most complaints involve power train (17) and air bags (9). The EPA rates it 15–23 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
15–23mpg
EPA · 7 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Aug 2022
Owner complaints
53
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$4,100est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Exterior lighting: headlights

Free remedy

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Exterior lightingReported Aug 30, 2022NHTSA 22V656000

Service brakes

Free remedy

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

Service brakes, hydraulicReported Mar 23, 2016NHTSA 16V169000

Electrical system: instrument cluster

Free remedy

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cayenne and Cayenne GTS, model year 2013 Cayenne Diesel and model year 2014 Cayenne S, S Hybrid, Turbo, and Turbo S vehicles manufactured May 27, 2013, through July 10, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the calculated range of the remaining fuel displayed on the instrument cluster may be higher than the actual range. Additionally, the fuel level indicated by the fuel gauge may also be higher than actual amount in the tank.

Electrical systemReported Oct 17, 2013NHTSA 13V506000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

53 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2014 – Jun 2025
  1. Power train17
  2. Air bags9
  3. Electrical system6
  4. Exterior lighting5
  5. Fuel/propulsion system5
  6. Engine5
  7. Vehicle speed control5
  8. Structure5
  9. Service brakes2

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Cayenne model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2004101
200542
200655
200842
200915
20101
201162
201236
201340
201453
201640
201718
201813
201947
202024
202121
20224
20235
20245
20265
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
3
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

17 reports
“When accelerating from a stop the car skips/shutters. This generally occurs gears 2-3. This problem has placed me in danger when trying to accelerate while making left hand turns.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 9, 2022Power trainODI 11496686

Air bags

9 reports
“Posche dashboard leather coming apart at the staples. I was informed that if involved in an accident the airbags might not deploy. The Porsche dealer inspected and recommended replacing it. This issue has been on going with Porsche since it first began within the first few years of owning this brand new vehicle. I was informed that this is a very common issue, and a very serious safety issue with no recall issued as of yet. Please help us”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 13, 2025Air bags, Unknown or otherODI 11666724

Electrical system

6 reports1 fire
“For the past nine years, my vehicle has recorded multiple safety issues (trunk not closing/breaking, check engine light, catalytic converter misfire, keyless electronic entry issues, glow bulb light, turn signal bulb light, windows not rolling up, leaking fluid on the passenger side, burning smell coming from the vents, electrical issues with the radio, sunroof intermittently not opening/closing and the key not turning the vehicle on. Over the past nine years, I have taken the vehicle to numerous Porsche dealerships per the federal mandate from Porsche USA / Porsche UK. To date, the Service Manager, Chris Sansbury and General Manager at Brian Harris Porsche, and Porsche USA, refuse to fix the vehicle. My vehicle is still under factory warranty. I am a person with multiple disabilities. The dealerships (Jim Ellis Porsche, Hennessy Porsche, Leith Porsche, Brian Harris Porsche) have charged me thousands of dollars. I have been extremely sick and desperately need your help. Please help me!”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 6, 2023Electrical system, Service brakes, EngineODI 11530716
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

7 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel · 3.6L 6-cyl · 4.8L 8-cyl · 4.8L 8-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S8) · Automatic 8-spd · Manual 6-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel · Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Cayenne Diesel
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
202923$4,100445
Cayenne
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
172319$4,200468
Cayenne S
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L · All-Wheel Drive
152218$4,400499
Cayenne
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · All-Wheel Drive
152217$4,700513
Cayenne Turbo
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
142117$4,700525
Cayenne GTS
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L · All-Wheel Drive
142016$5,000543
Cayenne Turbo S
Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
132015$5,300576
  • Cayenne Diesel
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Diesel, Turbo
    20 city · 29 hwy · $4,100/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Cayenne
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    17 city · 23 hwy · $4,200/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Cayenne S
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L
    15 city · 22 hwy · $4,400/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Cayenne
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    15 city · 22 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Cayenne Turbo
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L, Turbo
    14 city · 21 hwy · $4,700/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • Cayenne GTS
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L
    14 city · 20 hwy · $5,000/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
  • Cayenne Turbo S
    Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 4.8 L, Turbo
    13 city · 20 hwy · $5,300/yr
    15
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2014 Porsche Cayenne as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 Cayenne questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Porsche Cayenne have?

3 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2014 Porsche Cayenne problems?

Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (17), air bags (9), electrical system (6). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Porsche Cayenne get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Porsche Cayenne at 15–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026