NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche Cayenne S Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche Cayenne S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Porsche Cayenne S enters the market without federal crash-test ratings. NHTSA has not subjected this model to its battery of assessments, meaning it carries no star ratings nor a computed Safety Index from our publication. This absence of data, however, should not be interpreted as an indication of its safety performance, positive or negative. The federal record does show a limited recall and complaint profile: one recall campaign has been issued, and five owner-reported complaints are on file. This suggests a low burden in these specific areas, presenting a picture that, while incomplete due to untested categories, is not inherently concerning.
The 2023 Porsche Cayenne S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety 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 | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S?
The 2023 Porsche Cayenne S enters the market with an incomplete safety profile, as NHTSA has not published crash-test ratings for this model year. This absence of data means any assessment of its protective capabilities remains necessarily limited. What is known, however, indicates a modest federal safety record in terms of post-sale activity. The model year falls into the Light burden band, reflecting low combined recall and complaint activity within our dataset. Only one recall is on record, addressing a software issue affecting the rearview camera sensing system. Owner complaints total five, none of which concentrate on a single vehicle component. However, two complaints specifically cite the electrical system and the forward collision avoidance system, areas with direct safety implications. One reported crash and one reported injury are noted among these five complaints. While this proportion is higher than ideal, the overall volume of complaints is too low to establish a definitive trend.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S have any recalls?
The 2023 Cayenne S is covered by one recall campaign targeting the back-over prevention sensing system, specifically the rearview camera. The recall spans a broad range of Porsche models and years. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in connection with this campaign, based on the data in our record.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V896000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.
Reported 2025-12-19
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S?
Five complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Cayenne S. The most frequently cited components are Unknown or Other, followed by the Electrical System, Service Brakes, Forward Collision Avoidance, Vehicle Speed Control, and Steering. One reported crash and one reported injury appear in the record. All of these are unverified consumer allegations, not established findings.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S?
A critical safety concern for the 2023 Cayenne S involves its rearview camera, subject to a recall. Prospective owners should verify the recall's remedy status for any specific vehicle by checking its VIN on nhtsa.gov. This step is essential to confirm whether the necessary repair has been completed before purchase.
- The 2023 Cayenne S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, covering the back-over prevention rearview camera system across a wide range of Porsche vehicles including the 2023 Cayenne.
- Five complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, with the Electrical System and Forward Collision Avoidance among the cited components, all classified as unverified consumer allegations.
- Prospective owners should use the NHTSA VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov to determine whether the rearview camera recall has been completed on any specific 2023 Cayenne S they are considering.
FAQ2023 Porsche Cayenne S safety questions
Was the 2023 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 5 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne S. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Cayenne S 2023.
- 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.