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Buying a used 2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS? Check these 2 recalls first
The standout item on the 2021 Cayenne GTS is a critical recall for engine cylinder cracks that can cause a stall or fire; a second recall covers a missing seat part that may disable the passenger airbag. Neither was issued with a stop-driving or park-outside instruction. NHTSA lists 12 owner complaints for this model year — unverified reports — led by unclassified and electrical entries, with a few citing air bags and engine, and no crashes, fires or injuries.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Confirm in writing whether the cylinder-crack recall inspection or engine repair was completed.
- Ask for service records showing any stalling, misfires or coolant loss.
- Verify the passenger airbag seat part was installed and the indicator works.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Porsche dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Porsche Cayenne engine cylinder cracks can cause stall or fire | Engine | critical |
| Porsche Cayenne missing seat part may disable passenger airbag | Seats | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
12 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 2 | None found |
| Engine | 2 | Yes |
| Power Train | 2 | None found |
| Brakes | 2 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | None found |