2004 Honda CR-V vs 2004 Porsche Cayenne
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Honda CR-V | 2004 Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 501 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 130 | 417 |
| Investigations | 7 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 39 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 14–15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 91,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Honda CR-V | Porsche Cayenne |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 142 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 103 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 73 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 39 | 3 |
| Equipment | 33 | 0 |
| Power Train | 13 | 10 |
| Engine | 12 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 31 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 12 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
2004 Honda CR-V
2004 Porsche Cayenne
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.