Model year guide

2011 Porsche Cayenne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Porsche Cayenne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 62 on record.

2011 Porsche Cayenne at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints62
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$39,242

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2011 Porsche Cayenne recalls 3

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages NHTSA Campaign #16V169000 · 23/03/2016

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #12V065000 · 21/02/2012

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.

Fix: 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.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #22V656000 · 30/08/2022

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. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly …

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2011 Porsche Cayenne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2011 Porsche Cayenne MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2011 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Low
$27,750
Typical price
$39,242
High
$52,750

From 61 comparable 2011 Porsche Cayenne listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Porsche Cayenne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Depreciation (5 yrs)$26,000
Total$46,500
Per mile$0.62

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($39,242) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,245), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Porsche Cayenne trims & engines on record

Trims
S · Base · Turbo · S Hybrid · Hybrid
Engines
4.8L 8-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl

2011 Porsche Cayenne vehicles on record

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Other Porsche Cayenne model years

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2011 Porsche Cayenne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Porsche Cayenne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 Porsche Cayenne. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Porsche Cayenne?

Based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2011 Porsche Cayenne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Porsche Cayenne at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2011 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Comparable 2011 Porsche Cayenne listings run roughly $27,750–$52,750, typically around $39,242 (from 61 vehicles).

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