Most common 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo problems
Share of the 2 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Porsche Cayenne Turbo complaints by model year
Best Cayenne Turbo years: 2003, 2006, 2012. Compare all years →
2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo recalls (2)
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022.
Exterior lighting › Headlights
Porsche is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 cayenne, cayenne s, cayenne s hybrid, and cayenne turbo vehicles manufactured from March 8, 2010, through January 31, 2012 because the headlamps May come loose and detach from the fender.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlamp locking assemblies, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 9, 2012. Owners May contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243.
2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 8-speed automatic | AWD | 15 / 22 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo a good car?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2012 Cayenne Turbo rates few complaints: 38% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Cayenne Turbo at the same age. It is one of the best Cayenne Turbo years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo?
The air bags — 1 complaint, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the transmission & drivetrain (1) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo, the most recent from August 30, 2022 (headlights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2003, 2006 and 2012. See the full Porsche Cayenne Turbo years comparison.
At what mileage do 2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 40,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.