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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2021 Porsche Cayenne Turbo

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
12Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO

The Porsche Cayenne Turbo is the performance flagship of Porsche's mid-size luxury SUV lineup, slotting above the base and S variants and targeting drivers who want genuine sports-car urgency in a five-seat, all-wheel-drive package. It competes in the upper tier of the premium performance SUV segment alongside rivals from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Lamborghini, and it carries a price point that reflects its aspirational positioning.

VERDICT

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne Turbo has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Cayenne Turbo as one of the most accomplished vehicles in its segment, praising its sharp, composed driving dynamics and the way it blends athletic handling with everyday comfort. Interior refinement and materials quality draw consistent admiration, and most reviewers consider it a strong value proposition relative to more exotic alternatives, though some note that the options structure can push transaction costs considerably higher.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Turbo at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsUnknown Or Other 4Electrical System 3Air Bags 2Engine 2Power Train 2Service Brakes 2

Other Cayenne Turbo years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Porsche Cayenne Turbo 2021. Methodology · Disclosure