2011 Porsche Cayenne engine problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2011 Porsche Cayenne — 40% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“My vehicle has camshaft and crankshaft correlation problems due to the well-known problem with its screws and other things. I reported it to Porsche and they told me that it has already been repaired but I don't understand how to fail again and deny help for its repair.”
filed Apr 19, 2024
“Intake camshafts adjuster bolts broke while in motion on city street c@p case with porsche # 0005611574 manufacturer campaign number : ah08”
filed Dec 27, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Allocation of Approved Engine Oils MY 2027 (13/26)
13/26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 22, 2026
Engine problems in other Cayenne years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Cayenne | 5 | 23% |
| 2019 Cayenne | 5 | 12% |
| 2016 Cayenne | 5 | 13% |
| 2014 Cayenne | 5 | 9% |
| 2013 Cayenne | 7 | 18% |
| 2012 Cayenne | 4 | 15% |
| 2008 Cayenne | 6 | 22% |
| 2006 Cayenne | 3 | 7% |
| 2005 Cayenne | 1 | 3% |
| 2004 Cayenne | 9 | 24% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Porsche Cayenne
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.