Model year guide

2024 Porsche Cayenne S

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2024 Porsche Cayenne S is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2024 Porsche Cayenne S — representative photo
Representative photo

2024 Porsche Cayenne S at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined17 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2024 Porsche Cayenne S recalls 1

Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software NHTSA Campaign #23V527000 · manufacturer #APB1 · 27/07/2023

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne Turbo GT, and Cayenne S Coupe vehicles. After the vehicle is turned off, the rear hazard warning lights and the parking lights may not illuminate if they are activated within 10 seconds after the gateway control unit shuts off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor V…

Fix: Dealers will update the gateway control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB1.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2024 Porsche Cayenne S MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,850
EPA size classStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Porsche Cayenne S costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,250
Fuel only$24,250
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 474

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 474.

Symptom-based workshop manual for Noises from Front Wiper Blade

Bulletin No. 96-26 · Structure, Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

Technical Information for “Squealing” Brake Noises on the Front Brake During Braking. Note that this bulletin only applies to vehicles with carbon ceramic brakes (PCCB).

Bulletin No. 77-26-1 · Service Brakes · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 31-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 30-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 29-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Special Tools and Equipment Information for alignment machines - Q3 2026 Software Spec Update Available

Bulletin SPTL2609 · Steering, Suspension, Wheels · Sep 2026

Technical Information for Vehicle Color in Front Display/Control Panel Wrong after Replacing Central Computer (PCM)

Bulletin No. 86-26 · Electrical System, Exterior Lighting · Sep 2026

Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C40 Engine Oils

Bulletin No. 36-26 · Power Train, Engine · Sep 2026

Technical Information for Yellow Warning Message “All-Wheel Drive System Malfunction”, “C12BEF6” and “C133700” in the All-Wheel Electronics Control Unit

Bulletin No. 81-26 · Power Train, Electrical System · Sep 2026

Technical Information for Damage to Nano Plug Contacts Due to Utilization of Incorrect Measuring Equipment

Bulletin No. 12-26 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CAYENNE S AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2024 Porsche Cayenne S. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

Issue: On certain vehicles, the connections on the high-pressure fuel pumps may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the fuel could leak. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a V8 engine. Safety Risk: A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Porsche will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a deale…

Transport Canada #2025498 · Sep 2025

Suspension

Issue: On certain vehicles, the left-front upper control arm may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the control arm could break and cause a sudden loss of control. Safety Risk: A loss of control could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Porsche will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the left-front…

Transport Canada #2024408 · Jul 2024

Lights And Instruments

Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the front turn signals to be the wrong colour when the vehicle is parked and the hazard lights are turned on. As a result, the vehicles may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations. Safety Risk: Hazard lights that are the wrong colour could create confusion for others and increase the risk of a crash. Corre…

Transport Canada #2024384 · Jul 2024

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2024 Porsche Cayenne S vehicles on record

Other Porsche Cayenne S model years

2024 Porsche Cayenne S — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Porsche Cayenne S have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2024 Porsche Cayenne S. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2024 Porsche Cayenne S get?

The 2024 Porsche Cayenne S has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.