CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo recalls
Car May Roll Away If Left Without Park Selected
The gear selector lever bushing that attaches the shifter to the gearbox can degrade over time and detach.
Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Causing Fire Risk
The fuel pump flange on certain gasoline-powered Porsche Cayenne vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak from the fuel system.
Most common 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
DRIVING FROM NY CITY ON NOVEMBER 20, 2018 ALL OF A SUDDEN START HEARING LOUD CLUNKING/THUMPING NOISE FROM THE UNDER OF THE CAR. IT WAS SCARY. DROVE HOME VERY SLOWLY WITH FLASHERS ON. TOOK THE CAR TO THE PORSCHE DEALER IN ROCHESTER AND THEY DIAGNOSE AND QUOTE ME CLOSE TO $2000 TO REPLACE THE CARDAN DRIVE SHAFT. I DO NOT HAVE THE MONEY AND CAR IS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AT HOME
I PARKED THE CAR IN THE GARAGE AFTER RUNNING ERRANDS. WHEN I RETURNED TO THE GARAGE THE NEXT MORNING THERE WAS A LARGE PUDDLE OF FLUID SURROUNDING THE CAR BELOW. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STATED THAT I NEEDED TO CHECK COOLANT LEVEL. I IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE PORSCHE OF PLANO AND WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE WRITER THAT THE COOLANT PIPES ARE A COMMONLY KNOWN, WELL DOCUMENTED POINT OF FAILURE. HE SUGGESTED I RUN A SEARCH ON GOOGLE. I WAS SHOCKED TO SEE THE NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS AND JUST HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME ISSUE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT PORSCHE USED PLASTIC MATERIALS IN THE DESIGN OF THE COOLANT PIPES WHICH ARE LOCATED AT THE TOP OF THE ENGINE. THE PLASTIC BECOMES BRITTLE OVER
TRANSMISSION WILL SLIP DURING INITIAL ACCELERATION, ESPECIALLY WHEN VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN RECENTLY, AND VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY HAVE DELAYS IN DOWNSHIFTING OR ACCELERATION RESULTING IN SAFETY CONCERNS WHEN PROMPT ACCELERATION IS NEEDED (FOR EXAMPLE, AVOID TRAFFIC OR VEHICLE RUNNING A TRAFFIC LIGHT). VEHICLE ALSO SHUDDERS AND KICKS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FINALLY ENGAGES IN SUCH DELAYED ENGAGEMENT SITUATIONS. DEALER HAS NOT REPAIRED ISSUE DESPITE COMPLAINT. *TR
I WAS DRIVING MY NEW 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO PURCHASED AT THE END OF DECEMBER, 2004 ON THE HIGHWAY AT AROUND 50 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SHIFTED TO A LOWER GEAR AND JERKED FORWARD WITH SUCH INTENSITY, IT WAS AS IF SOMEONE HAD PUT ON THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE "EMISSION CONTROL, CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON IMMEDIATELY AFTER THIS OCCURRED. THE INCIDENT CAUSED WHIPLASH BECAUSE THE CAR JOLTED SO SUDDENLY. IF THERE HAD BEEN ANYONE DRIVING CLOSELY BEHIND ME, THEY WOULD HAVE CRASHED INTO ME. THE CAR WAS TOWED IN FOR SERVICE TO A PORSCHE SERVICE CENTER AND AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS AT DIAGNOSING THE PROBLEM, THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE DME (THE ENGINE MANAGEMENT COMPUTER). THE SERVICE CENTER STATED T
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo questions
Does the 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo: Car May Roll Away If Left Without Park Selected; Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Causing Fire Risk; Seat Belts. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.