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2022 Porsche Cayenne problems

The 2022 Porsche Cayenne has 2 active recall campaigns on file and only 3 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.

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The 2022 Porsche Cayenne has 3 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Porsche Cayenne owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2019 Cayenne 41 6
2020 Cayenne 22 4
2021 Cayenne 18 5
2022 Cayenne (this page) 3 2
2023 Cayenne 5 1
2024 Cayenne 5 4
2025 Cayenne 0 2
2022 Porsche Cayenne
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Limited NHTSA data — only 3 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 2 active recalls on file.

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Should you avoid this 2022 Cayenne?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Cayenne · suspension
While driving at highway speed, my 2022 Porsche Cayenne S experienced an air suspension / air spring strut failure requiring a dealer repair costing approximately $4,000. Porsche has a related service campaign, WND6 / No. 74-22, for replacement of the front-right air-spring…
07/05/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11748386.0
2022 Cayenne · visibility
I am filing a complaint regarding an ongoing and unresolved HVAC odor issue affecting my 2023 Porsche Cayenne S Platinum Edition. Since shortly after taking ownership, the vehicle has consistently produced a strong mildew/musty odor after sitting for several hours. The odor is…
05/27/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11740501.0
2022 Cayenne · electrical
The contact owns a 2022 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that the message that the mileage could not be recorded was intermittently displayed while driving. Additionally, the contact stated that the rearview camera was intermittently inoperable after shifting to reverse(R).…
03/03/2026 · at 8,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11721661.0
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 25V896000 December 19, 2025

Porsche Cars North America, Inc

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.
severe NHTSA 22V040000 January 28, 2022

Porsche Cars North America, Inc

Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA1.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Porsche Cayenne reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 3 owner complaints have been filed for the 2022 Porsche Cayenne, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2022 Porsche Cayenne?

Only 3 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2022 Porsche Cayenne without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2022 Porsche Cayenne?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2022 Porsche Cayenne to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2022 Porsche Cayenne a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 3 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Porsche Cayenne?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Porsche Cayenne has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Porsche Cayenne?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 3 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Porsche/Cayenne. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Porsche. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you purchase through them.
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