2006 Porsche Cayenne problems
The Porsche Cayenne is a series of automobiles manufactured by the German company Porsche since 2002. It is a luxury crossover SUV and has been described as both a full-sized and a mid-sized vehicle. The first generation was known internally within Porsche as the Type 9PA (955/957) or E1. It was the first V8-engined vehicle built by Porsche since 1995, when the Porsche 928 was discontinued. It is also Porsche's first off-road variant vehicle since its Super and Junior tractors of the 1950s, and the first Porsche with four doors. Since 2014, the Cayenne has been sold alongside a smaller Porsche SUV, the Macan.
The second-generation Cayenne (Type 92A or E2) was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show in March. The Cayenne shares its platform, body frame, doors and electronics with the similar Volkswagen Touareg and Audi Q7. It received a facelift in 2014 with minor external changes, and introduced a new plug-in E-Hybrid version, with its public launch at the Paris Motor Show. Since 2008, all engines have featured direct injection technology. The third generation (Type PO536) was unveiled in 2017 at Stuttgart.
First generation (E1 9PA; 2002)
The original Porsche Cayenne entered into the global market to a mixed reception, but it proved itself to have excellent performance for an SUV and had comparably good handling as well as powerful engines. The lineup initially consisted of the V8-powered Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo. Later in the model cycle, VR6 and diesel-powered versions joined the lineup. In the eight model years of the E1 generation, a total of 276,652 units were produced.
The base model Cayenne is powered by a 3.2-L VR6 engine producing 250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp). The intake manifold is unique to Porsche, but otherwise the engine is largely the same as the VW engine. Acceleration from 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) is 9.1 seconds with the manual transmission and 9.7 seconds with the Tiptronic S.
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Common 2006 Porsche Cayenne problems
The 2006 Porsche Cayenne is known for several common problems that have been reported by owners. This problem affects all V8 Cayenne engines from the early years, and it is crucial to address it if considering purchasing a 2006 Cayenne.
Another common issue is the failure of plastic coolant Tees at the back of the engine. This problem also affects early V8 Cayenne engines and should be addressed promptly to prevent further damage.
The suspension bushings in the Turbo model are beefed up over the base and S models and appear to be lasting longer than those lower version. However, replacement of the control arms is straightforward and easy, making it a relatively simple fix.
Transmissions, as they are aging, are showing valve body issues, but this is an easy $600 fix with a RevMax valve body and a few hours of time. This problem is not unique to the 2006 Cayenne and may affect other model years as well.
The center driveshaft support bushing will fail around the 100,000-mile mark, and it can be fixed anywhere from $15 to $1500, depending on who does it. This problem is not exclusive to the 2006 Cayenne and may affect other model years as well.
The AWD system, when coupled with dedicated snow tires, is darn near unstoppable in the snow, and the first generation up to the 2009 model has a 2-speed transfer case with locking diffs, making it a capable off-road vehicle. However, it is essential to maintain the vehicle properly to ensure its longevity and reliability.
In summary, the 2006 Porsche Cayenne has several common problems related to the Plastic Coolant Pipes, suspension bushings, transmissions, and the AWD system. Addressing these issues promptly can help ensure the vehicle's longevity and reliability. It is also essential to maintain the vehicle properly and seek out resources such as Rennlist forums for help and advice.
What are issues with 2006 Porsche Cayenne?
2006 porsche cayenne s v8 experience.
other than power and comfort here are my comments: -Air suspension leaks. -Battery leaks. -front lower arms bushing wear. -front lights wires damage cuz of high temperatuer.
What is the common problem with Porsche Cayenne?
Common Porsche Cayenne Problems
Engine troubles - According to owners, one of the worst problems of the Cayenne is its engine. The usual symptoms include illuminating check engine light, loud noises, and the engine abruptly shutting off while in traffic. The typical fix is to replace the engine altogether.
How many miles will a 2006 Porsche Cayenne last?
200,000 to 250,000 miles
The Porsche Cayenne, a robust and luxurious SUV, can easily clock 200,000 to 250,000 miles. With a lifespan of up to 18.5 years with average use, the Cayenne is the most durable of all Porsche models.
What is the mileage of Porsche Cayenne 2006?
Specification of Porsche Cayenne 2006-2014
| ARAI Mileage | 11.9 kmpl |
|---|---|
| City Mileage | 6.32 kmpl |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Engine Displacement | 4806 cc |
| No. of Cylinders | 8 |
2006 Porsche Cayenne car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Porsche Cayenne problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Power train problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Porsche Cayenne vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Porsche Cayenne
The NHTSA has received 53 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Porsche Cayenne. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Porsche Cayenne vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-02
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: WP1AB29P56L
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Porsche Cayenne S. The contact stated that the front of the vehicle was facing uphill, the contact decided not to reverse down the hill and was attempting to turn the vehicle around to drive down the hill. The contact put the vehicle in park and was hanging over the driver’s front door attempting to see where the edge of the hill was to back up the hill and drive down the hill. However, the gear went into neutral, and the vehicle unexpectedly moved, rolling down the hill. The contact jumped into the moving vehicle and depressed the brake pedal as the back of the vehicle hit the ground smashing the muffler into the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed of the recall. The contact sustained injuries to the chest, left arm and shoulder, and the head. The contact had bruises on both legs and arms, and a large laceration on right shin which required medical attention. In addition, the contact was traumatized. The vehicle was repaired by replacing the plastic bushing on the selector lever cable. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V446000 (Power Train) as a possible solution however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and informed the contact the vehicle would be repaired and the vehicle and paying for the damages. The contact was provided a claim number however, the contact was unsuccessful in reaching a representative. The approximate failure mileage was 158,322.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-02
- VIN: WP1AA29P56L
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V576000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that the dealer retrieved the vehicle from the residence to perform the recall repair; however, the dealer confirmed that they were unable to access the fuel pump and fuel filter due to the corroded locking collars. The contact stated that after receiving the vehicle from the dealer, a fuel odor was detected while exiting the vehicle. Additionally, there was gasoline leaking underneath the rear driver's side tire onto the ground while the contact was at the gas station to refuel. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 213,697.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-09
- VIN: WP1AA29P36L
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY CAR STOP SUDDENLY, IGNITION KEY FAILURE, THEN LIKE TRANSMISSION HESUTATION UNTIL THE CAR STOP COMPLETELY WHERE AT THAT MOMENT CALL A TOLL THAT COST ME $650 DLS. SINCE THAT DAY CAR HAVING ELECTRIC PROBLEMS AND EVEN TRANSMISSION GET STUCK SOMETIMES, HAVE TO TO DO IT MANUALLY.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-01
- VIN: WP1AC29P46L
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Porsche Cayenne. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V656000 (Exterior Lighting). The contact became aware of condensation in the headlights and that the headlights were very dim. The contact made an appointment with a dealer and had the recall repair performed; however, the headlights were still dim while in operation. The vehicle was returned to the dealer however, no additional assistance was provided. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-14
- VIN: WP1AB29P26L
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to overheat. The contact stated that she was able to navigate the vehicle off the road. The contact then stated that the coolant had drained from the vehicle. The coolant warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the coolant pipes detached, and the radiator hose needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that the radiator hose was previously replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-26
- VIN: WP1AB29P76L
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE S. THE CONTACT STATED THE INSULATION FOR THE WIRES ON THE HEADLIGHTS WERE WORN OUT RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF HEADLIGHT FUNCTIONALITY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT CHECK HEADLIGHT AND CHECK TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 173,000.*DT CONSUMER STATED EVIDENTLY, THE INSULATION WAS COMPOUNDED FROM A VEGETABLE SOURCE (SOY) NOT VERY DURABLE. THE INSULATION ON THE HEADLIGHT WIRING HARNESSES WERE CRUMBLING. THE HEADLIGHTS HIGH AND LOW BEAM, PARKING LIGHTS AND TURN SIGNALS WERE INTERMITTENT.*JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-26
- VIN: WP1AA29P56L
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 19V446000 (POWER TRAIN) AND 17V576000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS. AN UNKNOWN DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUES. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT FOR BOTH RECALLS.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-13
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V446000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ROCKVILLE AUDI (1190 ROCKVILLE PIKE, ROCKVILLE, MD 20852, 888 478-1189) WHO STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-24
- VIN: WP1AB29P16L
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: INSULATION ON THE WIRING INSIDE THE HEAD LIGHTS AND WIRING ON THE HARNESSES FEEDING THE HEAD LIGHTS & TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS DETERIORATES AND CRUMBLES. THIS LEADS TO SHORTING OF WIRES AND HEAD LIGHT & TURN SIGNAL FAILING. ADDITIONALLY THE CONNECTORS ON THE HEAD LIGHTS & HARNESSES CORRODE LEADING TO HEADLIGHT/TURN-SIGNAL FAILURE. THIS CAN OCCUR AT ANYTIME, DRIVING WHEN STARTING, STATIONARY, OR TURNING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-09-19
- VIN: WP1AA29P76L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 09/19/2017 PORSCHE OF LEHIGH VALLEY (FORMERLY KNOPF PORSCHE) FUEL SMELL COMING FROM VEHICLE. FOUND LEFT SIDE FUEL FILTER FLANGE LEAKING. REPLACED LEFT SIDE FUEL FILTER FLANGE FOR $709.04. 12/08/2017 PORSCHE OF LEHIGH VALLEY CAR HESITATES AND BUCKS, SINCE THE FUEL ODOR REPAIR WAS COMPLETED ON 09/19/2017 PORSCHE OF LEHIGH VALLEY REPLACED LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FUEL PUMPS, FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR FLANGE , AND TRANSFER LINES BETWEEN 2 FUEL PUMPS FOR $$879.80. LETTER FROM PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. 'IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL' DATED 11/29/2017 RECEIVED 1 WEEK AFTER PORSCHE OF LEHIGH VALLEY (FORMERLY KNOPF PORSCHE) COMPLETED SECOND REPAIR AND CHARGED ME FOR A TOTAL OF $1588.84 SO YOU KNOW THAT PORSCHE OF LEHIGH VALLEY (FORMERLY KNOPF PORSCHE) KNEW FULL WELL THAT THE RECALL WAS UNDERWAY BUT JUST WANTED TO MEET 4Q/YE GOALS. 02/20/2019 IN WEEK SEVEN (7) OF (10) TEN AFTER WEEKLY CALLS TO SCRIPT FOLLOWING CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENTS OF EPIQ GLOBAL (CONTRACTOR FOR PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. RECALL PROCESSING), WHO ESCALATE CALLS UPON REQUEST TO A SUPERVISOR FROM EPIQ GLOBAL, ONLY TO HAVE A PROJECT COORDINATOR CALL WITH THEIR PERSONAL CELL PHONES AND LEAVING GENERIC MESSAGES WITHOUT A DIRECT CALL BACK NUMBER. 02/20/2019 NOW IN WEEK SEVEN (7) OF (10) TEN, I FINALLY PICKED UP A RANDOM NUMBER OF THE 3RD PROJECT COORDINATOR AND DISCUSSED HOW THEY WILL ONLY REIMBURSE ME FOR THE LEFT SIDE FUEL FILTER FLANGE REPLACEMENT. 12/27/18 I SUBMITTED MY CLAIM FORM AND EPIQ GLOBAL (CONTRACTOR FOR PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC. RECALL PROCESSING) CONFIRMED RECEIPT ON 12/31/2018 REITERATING IN WRITING A 4-10 WEEK PROCESS. 02/21/2019 18 MONTHS AFTER INITIAL REPAIR I RECEIVE AN EMAIL FROM EPIQ GLOBAL CONFIRMING THEY WILL NOT REIMBURSE THE 09/19/2017 PORSCHE OF LEHIGH VALLEY REPLACED LEFT & RIGHT SIDE FUEL PUMPS, FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR FLANGE, & TRANSFER LINES BTWN 2 FUEL PUMPS $879.80
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-15
- VIN: WP1AC29P26L
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: METALLIC CONTACT POINTS FOR THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB HOLDER INTEGRAL IN THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES CORRODE OR ERODE RENDERING THE TURN SIGNAL INOPERABLE. CORRECTION REQUIRES COSTLY REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY. POINT OF FAILURE IS INACCESSIBLE FOR PHOTOGRAPH. BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL CONTACTORS HAVE FAILED ON SUBJECT VEHICLE WITH IN THE PAST YEAR. THE PARTS IN QUESTION ARE NOT SUBJECT TO OPERATIONAL MOVEMENT OR WEAR, AND A MANDATED SAFETY ITEM WHOSE FAILURE MAY RESULT IN A TRAFFIC CITATION BY POLICE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-14
- VIN: WP1AB29P96L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM PORSCHE (AH10 PORSCHE SAFETY RECALL) FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE FILTER FLANGE OF FUEL PUMP. THE LETTER WAS DATED 14NOV2017. ON 28NOV2017 I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR, WHICH WAS SUPPOSED TO BE AT NO COST TO ME. THE DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE NEWLY DESIGNED PART, SO HE REPLACED THE DEFECTIVE FILTER FLANGE (WHICH HAD BEEN LEAKING FUEL), REPLACED IT WITH A NEW PART, BUT STILL UNDER THE RECALLED DESIGN, AND CHARGED ME FOR THE REPAIR EVEN THOUGH THE RECALL STATED THE REPAIR WOULD BE DONE AT NO EXPENSE TO VEHICLE OWNERS. THEN IN AUGUST 2018, I WAS NOTIFIED THAT THE NEWLY DESIGNED PARTS WERE DELIVERED, AT WHICH POINT I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALER AND THE RECALLED PART WAS REMOVED WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED FILTER FLANGE INSTALLED. THIS WAS COMPLETED ON 08AUG2018 AND ON 09AUG2018 I COMPLETED THE PAPERWORK THAT PORSCHE ASKED ME TO COMPLETE IN ORDER TO RECEIVE REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE NOVEMBER 2017 REPAIR WORK. THE PROCESSING OF THIS PAPERWORK WAS SUPPOSED TO TAKE 6-10 WEEKS. IT IS NOW 21 WEEKS AND COUNTING, I HAVE CONTACTED PORSCHE AND THEIR PROCESSING AGENT (GCG), BUT NEITHER IS ABLE TO TELL ME THE STATUS OF THE CLAIM OR WHO IS WORKING ON IT OR WHAT THE ISSUE IS WITH THE PROCESSING OF MY CLAIM. I'M OUT OF POCKET $1500 FOR OVER A YEAR ON A RECALL THAT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE NO COST TO THE VEHICLE OWNER DUE TO A DANGEROUS DESIGN, WHICH HAD INDEED BEEN LEAKING FUEL AND WHICH COULD HAVE LED TO A DEADLY FIRE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-21
- VIN: WP1AB29P26L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: RECALL AH10 INCOMPLETE DUE TO NON-AVAILABILITY OF PARTS. REPLACING FILTER FLANGE OF FUEL PUMP.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-12
- VIN: WP1AB29P04L
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION SELECTOR GUIR WORKING VEHICLE NOW STARTS IN GEAR AND CAN DRIVE AWAY WHILE YOU HAVE SELECTOR IN PARK
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-29
- VIN: WP1AB29P06L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V576000 (FUEL SYSTEM) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN NOVEMBER OF 2017. THE DEALER (PORSCHE OF ANNAPOLIS, 20 HUDSON ST, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401) STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALSO CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-12
- VIN: WP1AB29P66L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL NO.: 17V-576; PORSCHE SAFETY RECALL AH10. THE RECALL NOTIFICATION WAS RECEIVED 12/17 AND I HAVE SPOKEN TO MY PORSCHE DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES SINCE. THE PORSCHE DEALERSHIP HAS NOT RECEIVED THE FILTER FLANGE REPLACEMENT PARTS FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND HAS NO IDEA WHEN THEY WILL BE RECEIVED.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-29
- VIN: WP1AA29P16L
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT OR WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V576000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED THE COLLECTION DEALER AT (305) 444-5555 (LOCATED AT 200 BIRD RD, CORAL GABLES, FL 33146) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-14
- VIN: WP1AA29P46L
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V576000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. HOEHN PORSCHE (5215 CAR COUNTRY DR, CARLSBAD, CA) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-29
- VIN: WP1AC29P06L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 17V-576...PENDING SINCE NOV, 2017 FOR POSSIBLE LEAK FUEL FILTER FLANGE. MY PORSCHE DEALERSHIP STILL DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS FROM MANUFACTURER TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-22
- VIN: WP1AC29P16L
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V576000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (PORSCHE OF HAWAII, 730 ALA MOANA BLVD, HONOLULU, HI 96813, (808) 591-1911) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-11-14
- VIN: WP1AB29P76L
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PORSCHE CAYENNE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A FUEL ODOR EMITTED INTO THE CABIN FROM THE AIR VENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V576000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. PORSCHE OF SAN DIEGO (9020 MIRAMAR RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92126, (858) 695-3000) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEY WOULD REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP WITH AN OLDER MODEL UNTIL THE PART BECAME AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 190,000. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-07-28
- VIN: WP1AA29P36L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: JULY 28TH 2014 PLAZA MOTORS FOUND FUEL PUMP FLANGE FOR SECONDARY FUEL PUMP WAS LEAKING FUEL THEY REPLACED THE FLANGE AND SEAL SINCE IT IS A RECALL SHOULD I BE DUE FOR A REFUND? AND ARE THEY REQUIRED TO REPLACE IT AGAIN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-05-22
- VIN: WP1AA29P36L
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: IN 2013 I HAD THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL REPLACED FOR 1600 NOW I AM EXPERIENCING VIBRATION AT INITIAL TAKEOFF TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WAS TOLD IT IS THE REAR DRIVESHAFT THAT NEEDS TO REPLACED AGAIN AND THE COST IS 2400.00. PER THE WEB THERE HAS BEEN A LOT OF COMPLAINTS FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN A RECALL? WHAT IS THE PROCESS TO GET A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM?
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-28
- VIN: WP1AB29P46L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM PORSCHE 11/29/17. AS OF 3/28/18 PORSCHE STILL HASN'T SENT PARTS TO THE DEALERSHIPS TO FIX THIS PROBLEM. IN TURN THIS EFFECTS ME BECAUSE THE PORSCHE DEALERSHIPS WILL NOT PURCHASE A CALL W/ A SAFETY RECALL. UNTIL THIS ISSUE IS FIXED, I CANNOT SELL MY CAR. PORSCHE IS COSTING ME MONEY EVERY DAY THAT I AM HAVING TO WAIT ON THIS. THANK YOU.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-16
- VIN: WP1AA29P36L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: NOTICE OF SAFETY RECALL RECEIVED ON 11/29/17 FROM PORSCHE. GAS LEAKING FROM FUEL FILTER PUMP FLANGE. SITUATION ALREADY HAPPENED TO MY VEHICLE PREVIOUS TO RECEIVING RECALL NOTICE. REQUIRED IMMEDIATE FIX DUE TO DANGER WITH GAS LEAKING UNDER VEHICLE. I HAD CAR REPAIRED AND WROTE TO WROTE TO PORSCHE TO REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT OF MY EXPENSES ON 12/1/17. NO RESPONSE.
2006 Porsche Cayenne recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.
- Consequence: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10.
Negative 2006 Porsche Cayenne car reviews
Positive 2006 Porsche Cayenne car reviews
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I just bought the Porsche Cayenne Turbo in titanium with black interior. Although I wish I had gotten black with aluminum air intakes, the titanium still gives it an aggressive look. The acceleration is amazing and the 3 ride settings (comfort, normal, sport) with adjustable ride height are great. It is a bit bouncy, but it's a 450 hp SUV! Overall, I'm really happy with my purchase.
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I bought a Porsche Cayenne about three weeks ago and I absolutely love it! It has great handling and gives me a sports car feel. While it's not the best on gas, what V8 is these days? Unless you get lost often, the navigation system is about $2,000+ and not a lot of fun after the first week. The moonroof is a nice touch, especially at night. Overall, this truck provides great performance and is practical too.
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I'm so glad to hear that you love your Cayenne! It's great to know that it has high safety ratings and is comfortable for long trips. It's impressive that it's still looking good even after 16 years. It sounds like you're driving a tank! :)
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I completely agree with the previous posts about the light bulbs and transmission. I would also like to add that the V6 engine is terribly underpowered, especially when considering the fuel economy. Recently, I had to get a blinker bulb changed at the dealer, which cost me $80. Unfortunately, changing any bulb in this car requires removing the entire headlight assembly, which is not something I feel comfortable doing myself. While the engine is underpowered, the transmission itself is enough to almost ruin the driving experience. I share the same opinion as the other reviewer who said that this Japanese-made transmission does not do the job. I often wonder how Porsche engineers ever thought this engine/transmission combo was worthy of the Porsche badge because, in my opinion, it's not.
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What an amazing vehicle! As a proud owner of a 911 Cab and a 356 SC Sunroof Coupe, it only seemed fitting to add a Cayenne to our household as an SUV. I did consider the Range Rover Sport, which is stunning, but I just couldn't get past its truck-like performance and handling. The Cayenne, on the other hand, is all Porsche. It's nimble, quick, and just plain fun to drive. The titanium package gives it an incredibly comfortable and aggressive look. Although the navigation and radio features are not intuitive, I still love the overall features. However, Porsche should consider packaging options as there are so many that it can be confusing. It's disappointing that the mp3 aux jack is not standard, but the options are very robustly priced. You should definitely get one!
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2006 Cayenne v6 ... what are the issues? - Rennlist - Porsche ...
Jan 31, 2015 ... As for issues: From the research I've seen that others have been kind enough to post here, the V6 has some of the same issues (ie. cardan shaft) ...
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Dec 26, 2010 ... No issues with the 2006 models. Only problems where with some of the early 03-04 Cayennes with transmissions. Most of them were fixed under ...
Reliability of 2006 Cayenne S - Rennlist - Porsche Discussion Forums
Apr 14, 2018 ... Took me about 4 hours but a lot of jacking around (siphon to get gas out etc.). Brake pads and rotors are expensive and it eats them. Misc ...
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Jun 11, 2016 ... ... Porsche Technical Discussion Areas; /; Cayenne 955-957 2003-2010 ... I am pretty familiar with the common problems on the 955 such as, headlights, ...
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Kyleigh Cruickshank 2024-11-24
The Porsche Cayenne turbo is a fantastic SUV. It has the looks and attention-grabbing qualities of any other Porsche. While it may not be the best for off-roading, it still has a lot to offer. Personally, I prefer the Range Rover and ended up trading in my Cayenne. I found that the Cayenne had a tendency to oversteer in icy conditions. The Range Rover, on the other hand, may not be as fast with the supercharger, but it is just as fuel-efficient and even more comfortable. It also has better headroom. While the Cayenne Turbo has better build quality, the Range Rover is more practical and better suited for off-road use. The AWD in the Cayenne is decent, but it's the same as Audi's. If you're looking to stand out and prioritize speed, the Cayenne is the way to go. However, if you're looking for practicality and pure off-road capability, the Range Rover is the better choice.
Omari Koss 2024-09-08
I purchased my 6-cylinder Cayenne almost a year ago. Although I have owned Porsches in the past, I have to say that this model has not met my expectations. The fuel economy is not acceptable, as I only get about 12 miles per gallon. Additionally, the vehicle lacks the expected acceleration and power, and there is a noticeable delay after pressing the gas pedal. The transmission also takes a while to choose the appropriate gear. Overall, I am disappointed with this model.
Brant Lehner 2024-08-13
The Cayenne may not be the best choice for a daily commute if you prefer a smooth ride. The gas mileage is around 11mpg in the city with premium fuel. The suspension is quite stiff, which can make it difficult to enjoy a cup of coffee during your commute. While we have found that our 4runner performs similarly to the Cayenne, it is still a great sports car. My Tundra has also kept up with the Cayenne in a straight line. It currently has 17k miles and we have had to replace a tail light. The cupholders are a bit small, but overall, if you're looking for a car that offers both comfort and performance, the Cayenne may not be the best choice for you at its price point of 70k.
Van Abbott 2024-07-19
The car runs hit and miss (stalls). Its steering and overall performance are not up to Porsche standards. The radio is cheap (speakers are fine) and finding a well-trained service department is a challenge. After communicating my concerns with the Porsche people in the corporate NA Headquarters in GA, as well as the dealer and service personnel, I would not recommend this car. As someone who has owned two Porsches before, it seems that the company has changed in both quality and service. However, I appreciate the opportunity to share my feedback and hope that it can be used to improve the overall experience for future customers.
Ford Koepp 2024-05-26
I just bought the Cayenne 6-cylinder. While it has some great features, I have to say that I am a bit disappointed with its performance. The acceleration is not as strong as I had hoped and the gas mileage is not as efficient as I expected. Additionally, I have found the Bose sound system to be lacking and the navigation system to be a bit difficult to use. Unfortunately, I am unable to return the vehicle, but I am hopeful that I will be able to make the most of it over the next 3.5 years.