2006 Porsche Cayenne problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (13) · Power Train (8) · Fuel System, Gasoline (3)
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24 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (3)
Exterior Lighting:headlights 2022-08-30 · campaign 22V656000 · 222,858 vehicles
Defect: 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 Federa
Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 2019-06-12 · campaign 19V446000 · 99,665 vehicles
Defect: 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, Panam
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump 2017-09-20 · campaign 17V576000 · 50,145 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (401)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Power Train 2026-09-22 · No. 28-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
manufacturer's certificate for overview of approved porsche c40 engine oils. note that this bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which c40 engine oils are allocated.
Power Train 2026-09-22 · No. 27-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
manufacturer's certificate for overview of approved porsche c20 engine oils. note that the bulletin covers all models back to model year 1984, for which c20 engine oils are allocated.
Power Train 2026-09-22 · No. 26-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
manufacturer's certificate for overview of approved porsche c30 engine oils. note that the bulletin includes all models back to model year 1984, for which c30 engine oils are allocated.
Power Train 2026-09-22 · No. 25-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
manufacturer's certificate for overview of approved porsche a40 engine oils. note that this bulletin covers all vehicles from model year 1997 to 2020, for which a40 engine oils are assigned. model years 1997-2001 are not available for selection in the system.
Wheels 2026-09-14 · SPTL2609 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
special tools and equipment information for alignment machines - q3 2026 software spec update available
Electrical System 2026-09-01 · No. 12-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
technical information for damage to nano plug contacts due to utilization of incorrect measuring equipment
Showing the 6 most recent of 401 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-01-20 · Fuel/Propulsion System“last month i began experiencing a strong fuel odor after driving, most noticeable outside the driver-side rear door area, which aligns with the warning sign described in the recall report. this is a time-sensitive safety concern. [xxx] (pcna 573 filing with nhtsa). information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c.…”
2026-01-08 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 135,000 mi“the contact owns a 2006 porsche cayenne. the contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage and exiting the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal fuel odor outside the vehicle. a dealer was contacted. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was diagnosed with a crack in the filter flange informed the contact was informed that th…”
2023-06-05 · Fuel System, Gasoline · 213,697 mi“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 corro…”
2023-03-18 · Service Brakes“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.…”
2023-01-19 · Exterior Lighting:headlights · 100,000 mi“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 stil…”
2023-01-18 · Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings · 53,000 mi“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 …”
2020-05-21 · Power Train“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 …”
2019-09-03 · Power Train“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 p…”
2019-02-21 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 118,435 mi“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 r…”
2018-12-19 · Fuel/Propulsion System“recall ah10 incomplete due to non-availability of parts. replacing filter flange of fuel pump.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.