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Reliability Database

Porsche

Engine Reliability & Known Problems

Based on 4,256 NHTSA complaints. Updated April 2026.

6 Models
34 Engines Rated
15 Generations
4,256 NHTSA Complaints
Engine Ratings Overview
10 recommended 15 caution 9 avoid

Sports Car

2 models
718
4 generations · 9 engines
2000-20042005-20122013-20162017-2025
5 recommended 3 caution 1 avoid
911
4 generations · 10 engines
2000-20042005-20112012-20192020-2025
5 caution 5 avoid

Luxury Sedan

2 models
Panamera
2 generations · 5 engines
2010-20162017-2025
2 recommended 3 caution
Taycan
1 generation · 1 engine
2020-2025
1 avoid

Midsize SUV

1 model
Cayenne
3 generations · 7 engines
2003-20102011-20172019-2025
3 recommended 2 caution 2 avoid

Compact SUV

1 model
Macan
1 generation · 2 engines
2015-2024
2 caution
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