2015 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 2015 Porsche Cayenne problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2015 Porsche Cayenne, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement:
- The replacement cost ranges from $778 to $864.
- Door Mirror Replacement:
- The replacement cost is between $1,434 and $1,459.
- Sunroof Switch Replacement:
- The cost for replacing the sunroof switch is approximately $119 to $132.
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Pressure Sensor Replacement:
- The replacement cost varies from $314 to $333.
- Liftgate Glass Support Strut Replacement:
- The cost for this replacement ranges from $62 to $68.
- Cylinder Head Replacement:
- The replacement of the cylinder head can cost between $7,289 and $7,755.
- Window Regulator Motor Replacement:
- The cost for replacing the window regulator motor is around $440 to $491.
- Camshaft Replacement:
- The replacement cost for the camshaft ranges from $2,955 to $3,284.
- Radiator Fan Assembly Replacement:
- The cost for replacing the radiator fan assembly is approximately $1,550 to $1,578.
- Heater Control Valve Replacement:
- The replacement cost for the heater control valve is around $261 to $273.
These common problems with the 2015 Porsche Cayenne cover a range of components from engine sensors to heating and cooling systems. Owners have reported these issues, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and prompt repairs to ensure the optimal performance of the vehicle.
Is 2015 Porsche Cayenne reliable?
How reliable is a used (4-year-old) Porsche Cayenne Turbo? Extremely reliable. Porsche has been rated as one of the most reliable car manufacturers next to Toyota /lexus. They have come a long way from when they first started.
What are the main problems with Porsche Cayenne?
Porsche Cayenne Problem Counts by Year
These are the most common problems reported by owners on platforms such as carproblems.com, carcomplaints.com, and Car Talk Community. The most frequently reported issues are engine failures, electrical problems, and broken plastic coolant lines.
Are Porsche Cayenne expensive to repair?
Porsche Cayenne Maintenance Costs. A Porsche Cayenne will cost about $20,552 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service. This is more than the industry average for luxury SUV models by $4,838. There is also a 60.89% chance that a Cayenne will require a major repair during that time.
Which Cayenne engine is most reliable?
In general, with all cars, the more basic and simpler it is the more reliable it will be. The base VR6 is the most reliable 958 Cayenne engine because it is the simplest and most widely used/available (VW).
2015 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:
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Porsche Cayenne vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2015 Porsche Cayenne complaints
The NHTSA has received 11 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Porsche Cayenne.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-20
- VIN: WP1AB2A26FL
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Dealership is selling vehicle without disclosing recall information or correcting.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-05
- VIN: WP1AF2A22FL
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: When I start the vehicle I get an error message that the rear lights are not working properly, but they are functioning well. This message is random and it can show up at anytime. I have contacted Porsche about this and they said that this is due to a faulty part that can be replaced, but requires 5000 USD. This problem was there when the vehicle was under warranty, but they never pursued or investigated it.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-17
- VIN: WP1AF2A29FL
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Headlight not working properly.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-21
- VIN: wp1ae2a29fl
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: On August 21 2021, I was out shopping. When I went out to return home, the car would not start. I could not jump start it or anything. I had it towed to the dealer. I found out from Porsche and dealership that my car was disabled by Porsche Connect. I do not have this service or pay for it. On Friday Sept 3, I was informed by Porsche customer service that it disabled my car because the original owner (in 2015) changed their phone number. So Porsche assumed stolen and shut down. I did not authorize this, I did not sign up for this service. They will not fix the car because they say it is out of warranty. Because I do not know the code to turn the car back on, they want to replace parts and say I have to get the Porsche Connect App. This is a known issue at Porsche because the dealer found a TSB on it. They are not taking responsibility for shutting down the car with out my permission. This is a safety issue depending on where I could have been.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-20
- VIN: WP1AF2A26FL
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: After the emissions recall was performed the vehicle has an issue that when turning a corner the engine will not produce any power and will not shift down in order to get the car to accelerate. You get no response from the throttle pedal unless you depress it fully to the floor and then the car will jerk and accelerate uncontrollably. This creates an unsafe condition when trying to pull out into traffic. I have almost been in an accident multiple times because of this with oncoming cars and with cars following me as they are trying to merge also and my vehicle will not accelerate. I have driven a vehicle identical to mine that has not had the emissions recall performed and it does not have this issue.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-13
- VIN: WP1AE2A2XFL
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The 2015 Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid has a charging port for charging the electric drive battery. The electric plug does not disconnect from the vehicle. Based on the OBD-II software used for diagnosis Error Code - P0D9400 Error Description - High-voltage charger - charging-plug lock fault (00A93D)
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-18
- VIN: WP1AF2A26FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: MY PORSCHE CAYENNE DIESEL HAS HAD THE PORSCHE DIESEL EMISSIONS SETTLEMENT PROGRAM "FIX" COMPLETED. SINCE THE "FIX" THE VEHICLE HAS BECOME DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS. WHEN MERGING, TURNING A SLOW SPEED CORNER OR ROLLING THROUGH A YIELD SIGN THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT LAG/DELAY FROM THE TIME THE THROTTLE INPUT HAPPENS AND A RESPONSE FROM THE MOTOR. THIS DELAY HAS BEEN AS LONG AS 2 SECONDS LEADING TO NUMEROUS NEAR MISSES. PORSCHE HAS INSISTED THE VEHICLE IS FINE AND REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. ON MAR 16, 2018, AT 04:28 PM, "(XXXX)(PCNA, CR_EXT)" <(XXXX)@PORSCHE.US> WROTE: GOOD AFTERNOON MR. (X), I AM SORRY TO LEARN OF YOUR DISSATISFACTION WITH YOUR VEHICLE. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE EPA/CARB APPROVED EMISSIONS MODIFICATION, THE SHIFTING BEHAVIOR HAS BEEN ADJUSTED. ADDITIONALLY, THE ENHANCED AUTOMATIC ENGINE BRAKING FEATURE HAS BEEN REMOVED. WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE REDUCTION IN MPG NOTED BELOW, ARE YOU TOWING AT THAT TIME? BEST REGARDS, [XXX] CUSTOMER COMMITMENT SENIOR SPECIALIST US CENTRAL REGION AND CANADA INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *CC *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-12
- VIN: WP1AA29P95L
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: AFTER LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP FROM RE-CALL REPAIRS, OUR CAR SHUT OFF ON US IN THE BUSY 5:00 PM AUSTIN TRAFFIC. IT WAS SCARY & DANGEROUS. PORSCHE EMPLOYEES STEVE & AMY HELPED US WITH TOWING TO THE DEALERSHIP AND PROVIDED A LOANER VEHICLE FOR MY HUSBAND & I TO TRAVEL BACK TO VICTORIA COUNTY WHILE OUR CAR GET SERVICED. I REACHED OUT TO ARIELLE VAUGHN, CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MANAGER, BUT I STILL DON'T KNOW WHAT WENT WRONG OR WHAT IS GOING ON WITH OUR CAR.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-03
- VIN: WP1AF2A26FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA AS PART OF THE EPA/CARB SETTLEMENT MODIFIED THE 2015 CAYENNE IN A MANNER TO COMPLY WITH THE ORIGINAL EMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS. THE MODIFICATION HAS SIGNIFICANTLY AFFECTED PERFORMANCE I SUCH A WAY THAT THE VEHICLE IS NOW DANGEROUS IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS. WHEN MERGING ONTO HIGHWAYS OR ATTEMPTING TO OVERTAKE THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT LACK OF RESPONSE TO THROTTLE INPUT LEADING TO NEAR MISSES BY OTHER VEHICLES. THIS HAS BECOME MORE PRONOUNCED AS THE MODIFICATIONS HAVE HAD TIME TO ADAPT OVER TIME. PORSCHE HAS CONTINUED TO DENY AN ISSUE AND STATES THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED AFTER THE MODIFICATION. THIS SUMS UP OUR EXPERIENCE WITH THIS VEHICLE, IT IS TO THE POINT THAT IT IS UNSAFE AND DANGEROUS TO DRIVE
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-06
- VIN: WP1AF2A26FL
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA AS PART OF THE EPA/CARB SETTLEMENT MODIFIED THE 2015 CAYENNE IN A MANNER TO COMPLY WITH THE ORIGINAL EMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS. THE MODIFICATION HAS SIGNIFICANTLY AFFECTED PERFORMANCE I SUCH A WAY THAT THE VEHICLE IS NOW DANGEROUS IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS. WHEN MERGING ONTO HIGHWAYS OR ATTEMPTING TO OVERTAKE THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT LACK OF RESPONSE TO THROTTLE INPUT LEADING TO NEAR MISSES BY OTHER VEHICLES. THIS HAS BECOME MORE PRONOUNCED AS THE MODIFICATIONS HAVE HAD TIME TO ADAPT OVER TIME. PORSCHE HAS CONTINUED TO DENY AN ISSUE AND STATES THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED AFTER THE MODIFICATION.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-19
- VIN: WP1AF2A28GK
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: BOUGHT 2015 PORSCHE CAYENNE DIESEL SUV FROM PORSCHE OF NASHUA (NH) ON 10-8-2015. ON 10-19-2015 AT ODOMETER READING 921 MILES, TAILGATE OPENED WHILE DRIVING, SPILLING CONTENTS ONTO ROADWAY, OTHERS RAN OVER CONTENTS INCLUDING DIESEL FUEL COLD TEMPERATURE TREATMENT + FILLED 20 LB. CAPACITY PROPANE TANK, CHAINSAW. VERMONT STATE POLICE CASE 15B203588 INVESTIGATED THE INCIDENT. LOCATION WAS DERBY, VT AT INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 5 & COMMERCE WAY (PRIVATE ROAD). MANY CARS RAN OVER THE CONTENTS, EYEWITNESSES INCLUDED A MOTEL MANAGER WHO TOOK A CELL PHONE PHOTO OF A LATE MODEL CHEV. IMPALA WITH VT PLATES WHICH HAD CAPTURED A WRAPPED CHAINSAW WHICH WAS JAMMED AND DRAGGED UNDER CHEVROLET'S ENGINE AND FRONT BUMPER REGION. THE LP TANK FILLED WITH PROPANE WAS TAKEN BY A MOTORIST. LATER THAT EVENING, AFTER DARK, THE TAILGATE OPENED AGAIN, SPILLING CONTENTS ONTO LINDSAY AVENUE AND DARLING HILL RD. IN DERBY VERMONT. A US BORDER PATROL SUV CAME UPON THE SCENE AND CALLED VT STATE POLICE. THE BORDER PATROL DRIVER TRAVELLED DOWN LINDSAY RD. TO SEE THE EXTENT OF THE ITEMS AND RETURNED REPORTING ITEMS WERE ON THE ROAD FOR APPROXIMATELY 1/4 MILE TO WHERE IT TURNS ONTO ORRWOOD DRIVE. PHONE CALLS TO PORSCHE SELLING DEALER & PORSCHE OF AMERICA RESULTED IN DENIALS THAT ANY OTHER MALFUNCTIONS OF THIS NATURE TOOK PLACE WITH OTHER 2015 PORSCHE CAYENNE OWNERS. THERE WERE OTHER ELECTRICAL FAULTS THAT WERE ALSO TAKING PLACE THAT DAY INCLUDING FALSE WARNING OF DEFLATED TIRE, A WARNING THAT THE RIGHT REAR TAILLIGHT WAS DEFECTIVE, AND NUMEROUS NAVIGATION FUNCTIONALITY FAULTS EXISTED. WHEN RETIRING FOR THE EVENING, 6-8 DASHBOARD LIGHTS DID NOT TURN OFF, WHICH WAS NOT NORMAL, DESPITE THE KEY BEING OFF AND OUT, AND THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH TURNED OFF. THEY LATER SELF-EXTINGUISHED WITHIN 5 MINUTES. DEALER INVITED ME TO DRIVE 4 HOURS SOUTH TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR EXAMINAATION AND POSSIBLE CORRECTION.
2015 Porsche Cayenne recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2015 Porsche Cayenne.
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
- Consequence: If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.
- Manufacturer: Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S vehicles manufactured November 26, 2014, to November 27, 2014. Due to a manufacturing error, the suspension alignment on the front and rear axles may not have been performed correctly and the screw connections of the camber, toe and caster may not have been tightened with the specified torque.
- Consequence: If the suspension alignment was incorrectly performed, vehicle handling could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will perform a front and rear suspension alignment, and check the screw connections for the proper torque, retightening as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification date. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AF04.
Negative 2015 Porsche Cayenne car reviews
Positive 2015 Porsche Cayenne car reviews
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I did a lot of research before purchasing this vehicle and the dealer was incredibly helpful throughout the process. I custom ordered it with the Premium+ package, panoramic roof, tow package, and more on 08/22/2013. It was built, shipped, and arrived at the dealership on 10/31 - impressive! I'm extremely pleased with everything this vehicle has to offer. Here are a few details: The handling is awesome with quick acceleration and solid stopping power, and its cornering ability is truly impressive. The mileage is also impressive - I get 30+ mpg driving conservatively in mixed city/highway mode, and even when driving aggressively in sport mode, I still get 22+ mpg combined. When driving on the highway alone, I get 32+ mpg at 50-55mph, and the best way to keep it under 2000RPM is to go under 30mpg at 70+mph.
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I'm so glad to hear that you're enjoying your 2015 Porsche diesel! It sounds like it's exceeding your expectations with its impressive torque and handling. While every vehicle has its quirks, it's great to hear that the quality of this Porsche is far superior to many other brands. It's wonderful to hear that it's the best SUV you've ever owned, and it's clear that you have a lot of experience with cars. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this amazing vehicle!
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This is a nice SUV with a Euro driving feel. The handling is tight but could use a little more power. Over all it’s a Porsche fit and finish nice attention to detail.
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...This SUV is a dream to handle, but it can get quite hot in the summer. The black on black design looks sleek and stylish. I used to drive a black on black Cadillac SRX for eight years before switching to this Porsche Cayenne. While the SRX never got too hot upon entry and cooled down quickly, the Cayenne takes a bit longer to cool down and can be uncomfortably hot in the Florida heat. The ventilation system completely closes when the car is off, which is great for northern Europe but not ideal for south Florida. The GPS works, but it can be difficult to determine the best route. I personally prefer using my iPhone for navigation. I did have an issue with a rodent chewing through a wire on the airbag system, and while Porsche would only perform a total rewire of the entire vehicle at a cost of over $25,000, I was able to get it fixed by a classic car electrician for only $300. Despite this issue, I still love this car and plan to continue driving it until the extended warranty is up.
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Great Vehicle! It is fuel efficient (24 MPG suburban/city driving) and can drive like a sport car - you pick your style. It looks small but feels BIG, with excellent ventilated front seats and a nice interior. The sound, traction, and acceleration are all great. I just love it!
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Gilberto Rutherford 2024-01-26
I traded my Range Rover for this car as I wanted a newer model and thought diesel would be an economical alternative since I also own a Tesla Model S. However, I have been disappointed with the car since the day I bought it. I paid $90k, as you know Porsche options can climb high from the base 60k price. I was hoping to like it as much as I loved my Range Rover, but it has terrible turbo lag and an uncomfortable ride. That aside, the dieselgate scandal erupted, and now I am stuck with a worthless car. The dealerships will only offer me $45k for a car I bought a year ago for $90k, so I cannot trade it for the Range Rover I really want. I am frustrated with the service as well. All dealerships make you feel like you are nothing because you don't own a 911. You have to wait three weeks for a service appointment, and every 5k miles for diesel, only 15k miles intervals for Range Rover diesels. The $300 oil change is painful as you have no loaner and have to wait 8 hours in the dealership, and this is true for more than one place. I have called multiple Pittsburgh dealers, and this is the answer I get. When I called Porsche North America customer service, they said the only thing they can do for me is giving me an extended warranty, which I originally bought at purchase. They said they would note that and try to do better for me, but months later, no calls. I am disappointed and frustrated, and I wish that they would give me an answer so I can get rid of this car. I hope they can help me resolve this issue soon.