CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Porsche Cayenne has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (7 reports).
2020 Porsche Cayenne recalls
Rearview Camera May Not Display in Reverse
The rearview camera image may fail to appear on the screen when the vehicle is shifted into reverse.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
A seat heating element was not installed in the front passenger seat back on certain Porsche Cayenne vehicles.
Transmission Fluid Leak Can Make Roads Slippery
A weld on a transmission oil pipe in certain 2020 Porsche Cayenne vehicles may be insufficient, which can cause automatic transmission fluid to leak while you drive.
Worn Brake Pads May Not Trigger Dashboard Warning
Certain Porsche Panamera and Cayenne vehicles from model years 2017 through 2020 may fail to show a visual warning on the instrument cluster when the brake pads are worn out.
Most common 2020 Porsche Cayenne problems
Problem areas named in the 24 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 7 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
This engine EA839 is the same engine installed in Audiâs and which has a massive engine replacement going on now. It seems that the above engine has what is called piston slap or rocker arm failure which requires a complete engine replacement. The manufacturer knows of this problem and as of yet has not issued a recall leaving the customer with a 20,000 repair cost.
Nearly 25% of the total time I have owned this Certified Pre-Owned vehicle (146 out of 564 days), it has been non-functional and in the shop â roughly 1 out of every 4 days of ownership. I am a [XXX} with a [XXX] child, and I purchased this vehicle as a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Porsche â expecting the manufacturer's rigorous inspection and warranty to ensure reliability and safety. Instead, the first breakdown occurred within just 1 month of purchase, and the vehicle has since failed six separate times over 18 months (Feb 2025âAug 2026), totaling 60+ days out of service, despite extensive component replacement: [XXX] (â1 month after CPO purchase) â Battery failure; car would not
The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the rear-view camera became inoperable while reversing and then turned on. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to trade the vehicle due to the open recall. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the software update was not available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Porsche dashboard leather shrunk and is bubbling on the entire top where the Airbag sits. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly. The Porsche dealer looked at it and recommended replacing the entire dashboard! This is a very common issue with Porsche, and a safety concern which seems due to the fact that Porsche did not use the correct adhesive on all most of cars build in the last 10 years. The dashboard is not withstanding normal sun light and this causes a safety issue.
My 2020 Porsche Cayenne has experienced leather dashboard delamination, with the leather separating, shrinking, and lifting from the dashboard substrate on both the driver and passenger sides. The delamination extends across the upper dashboard, including areas adjacent to the passenger airbag deployment zone. I am concerned that loose or detached dashboard material could interfere with, delay, or alter the proper deployment of the passenger airbag during a collision, increasing the risk of injury. The continued deterioration also raises concerns about the integrity of the dashboard structure over time. Porsche inspected the vehicle and determined that the repair requires replacement of the
2020 Porsche Cayenne questions
Does the 2020 Porsche Cayenne have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2020 Porsche Cayenne: Rearview Camera May Not Display in Reverse; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Transmission Fluid Leak Can Make Roads Slippery; Worn Brake Pads May Not Trigger Dashboard Warning. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Porsche Cayenne?
Based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (7), Engine (7), Service Brakes (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Porsche Cayenne has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.