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Porsche Cayenne S E-hybrid problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Cayenne S E-hybrid from 2015 to 2020: 3 owner complaints and 2 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2015 (1), 2017 (1), 2018 (1). Best fuel economy: 22 mpg combined (2018).

Porsche Cayenne S E-hybrid
Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical2
Visibility/Wiper1
Transmission & drivetrain1
Engine1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20151122
20170122
20180122
202010–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Porsche Cayenne S E-hybrid?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2015 (1), 2017 (1), 2018 (1).

How many recalls has the Porsche Cayenne S E-hybrid had?

Across 2015–2020, NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).