Model year guide

2015 Porsche cayenne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Porsche cayenne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2015 Porsche cayenne — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Porsche cayenne at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints13
Combined20 mpg

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2015 Porsche cayenne recalls 2

Suspension NHTSA Campaign #14V824000 · 29/12/2014

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S vehicles manufactured November 26, 2014, to November 27, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, the suspension alignment on the front and rear axles may not have been performed correctly and the screw connections of the camber, toe and caster may not have been tightened with the specified torque.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will perform a front and rear suspension alignment, and check the screw connections for the proper torque, retightening as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification date. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1…

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.

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.

2015 Porsche cayenne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
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.

2015 Porsche cayenne MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,838

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Porsche cayenne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,190
Fuel only$19,190
Per mile$0.26

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.

2015 Porsche cayenne trims & engines on record

Trims
E-Hybrid
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl · 4.8L 8-cyl 520 hp · 3.6L 8-cyl 420 hp

2015 Porsche cayenne vehicles on record

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2015 Porsche cayenne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Porsche cayenne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2015 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 2015 Porsche cayenne?

Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, engine, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Porsche cayenne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Porsche cayenne at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway).

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