2018 Porsche Cayenne: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Porsche Cayenne: 1 recall, 13 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #18V844000 · 2018 · 142 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche cayenne turbo s, cayenne turbo, cayenne plug-in hybrid, cayenne gts, cayenne plug-in hybrid platinum edition, macan turbo and macan gts vehicles, 2017-2018 cayenne s, macan, cayenne platinum edition and macan s vehicles and 2018 cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap May have been sewn with…
Why it matters: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019.
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
- Engine (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2), electrical failure (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Porsche Cayenne has 13 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 23 Cayenne model years for complaints (well below the 22 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 10,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (17 complaints, 2 recalls), 2019 (45 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Porsche Cayenne have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2018 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 2018 Porsche Cayenne problems?
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (3), other / unknown (3), electrical (3).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Porsche Cayenne get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.6 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 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.