NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Porsche Cayenne S Safety Record
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 39 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving it without a federal safety rating or a computed Safety Index from our publication. The vehicle's record shows a minimal burden of one recall campaign and 39 unverified owner complaints. Within these complaints, no fires, injuries, or fatalities have been reported. This data set, characterized by the absence of crash-test results, offers neither an endorsement nor a warning regarding the vehicle's safety profile; it solely reflects the lack of federal crash-test evaluation.
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall campaign involving the electrical system instrument cluster, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 39 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S?
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S has not been subjected to NHTSA crash testing, leaving no federal data to assess its performance in collisions. This absence extends to sibling model years, providing no contextual scores for reference. Despite the lack of crash data, its recall and complaint volume is low enough to place it in the Light burden band. Owners filed 39 unverified complaints, primarily concerning the electrical system and airbags, yet these reports record zero fires, zero injuries, and zero fatalities. A single recall addresses a focused issue with the instrument cluster and panel within the electrical system.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S have any recalls?
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S is linked to one recall campaign targeting the electrical system, specifically the instrument cluster and panel. Porsche Cars North America issued this recall covering certain 2018-2019 Porsche models. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive associated with this campaign in the data we cover, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL19V115000
Risk: If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the driver may lose control of the vehicle while attempting to brake, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began April 19, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKA1/AKA0.
Reported 2019-02-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S?
Owners have filed 39 unverified complaints with NHTSA against the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S. The top alleged problem areas are the Electrical System and Air Bags, each drawing 10 reports, followed by Unknown or Other at 9, Power Train at 6, and Service Brakes and Engine each at 5. One complaint alleges a crash. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established findings.
39 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S?
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne S has been subject to a single recall. Owners of this model year should verify through the NHTSA recall lookup whether this recall has been addressed, as unresolved recalls remain the responsibility of the registered owner.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this specific model year.
- One recall affects this model year, targeting the electrical system instrument cluster and panel under a Porsche Cars North America campaign that also covered certain 2018 Porsche models.
- Owners filed 39 unverified complaints with NHTSA, with the electrical system and air bags each cited in 10 reports, and one complaint alleging a crash with no reported injuries or fatalities.
- The Light burden band reflects low recall and complaint volume for this model year but is not a crash-safety grade and cannot substitute for crash-test results.
FAQ2019 Porsche Cayenne S safety questions
Was the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 39 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 39 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Porsche Cayenne S. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Cayenne S 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.