Porsche Cayenne reliability
The Porsche Cayenne fails its MOT less often than most cars 6 to 10 years old: 14.7% of 11,229 tests failed in 2023, against 24.4% on average.
26 DVSA recalls for the Porsche Cayenne
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
ASA9 Recall campaign - Check the high-pressure pump connections and if necessary replace the high-pressure pumps including fuel lines
On affected vehicles the screw connection of the high-pressure pump was not implemented in accordance with the technical specifications. This can lead to a leak and the possibility of the fuel igniting.
Fix: Check the screw connections of both high-pressure pumps and replace the high-pressure pumps and fuel lines if necessary.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 12 vehicles
ARC2 Recall campaign - Re-programming DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Recalled models: CAYENNE S · 19 vehicles
ARB9 Recall campaign - Re-program DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Recalled models: CAYENNE S · 23 vehicles
ARC1 Recall campaign - Re-programming DME control unit
The software version of the engine control unit does not correspond to the software version that should be on the vehicle.
Fix: Review the software version of the engine control unit and if necessary update it to the correct software version.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 100 vehicles
ARB2 - Replacing upper trailing arm on the front axle
On affected vehicles there’s a possibility the upper trailing arms on the nearside front axle do not meet required specifications. If this is the case the trailing arm may break.
Fix: Replace the nearside upper trailing arm on the front axle.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 650 vehicles
The chassis geometry on the rear axle has deviated in some cases
During a data analysis with regard to carrying out recall campaign AMA9 we discovered that the chassis geometry on the rear axle has deviated in some cases.
Fix: The chassis setting on the affected vehicles must be checked and corrected if necessary.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 36 vehicles
Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions
Improve the engine control system in terms of nitrogen oxide emissions.
Fix: Engine control software will be updated.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 8,111 vehicles
Screws securing steering column to steering gear don't meet specifications
The screws securing the steering column to the steering gear may not meet� the required specifications on�affected vehicles.�
Fix: The steering column screws must be replaced.�
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 5 vehicles
There is a possibility that a crack formation could occur on the engine cylinder bores
There is a possibility that a crack formation could occur on the engine cylinder bores.
Fix: The engine on the affected vehicles will be replaced.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 2 vehicles
A possibility that lock nuts were installed on the rear axle trailing arms that were not manufactured according to the required parameter field
A possibility that lock nuts were installed on the rear axle trailing arms that were not manufactured according to the required parameter field.
Fix: The lock nuts on the axle trailing arms of the rear axle must be replaced with nuts manufactured in accordance with the specifications.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 50 vehicles
The vehicle may not meet the prescribed emission limits
The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.
Fix: The engine and transmission control units must be updated
Recalled models: CAYENNE S · 1,424 vehicles
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured
The tightness of the quick connector of the fuel supply line may not be ensured.
Fix: The fuel supply line in the engine compartment has to be replaced.
Recalled models: CAYENNE TURBO · 536 vehicles
The data version of the engine control unit must be updated to improve the nitrogen oxide emissions
The affected vehicle may not meet prescribed emission limits.
Fix: The engine control unit must be updated in order to improve the engine control system.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 1,456 vehicles
Due to faulty software the display logic of the brake wear indicator is not fulfilled sufficiently
The required display logic of the brake wear indicator is incorrect.
Fix: The instrument cluster must be re-programmed with updated software.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 6,250 vehicles
The selector lever cable plastic sleeve does not have the required durability and may break
The transmission selector lever plastic sleeve does not have the required durability.
Fix: Replace the plastic sleeve on the selector cable.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 11,745 vehicles
Missing assignment within the software of the instrument cluster
Brake pad wear warning light function is incorrect.
Fix: Update software of instrument cluster.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 1,305 vehicles
If fuel nozzle is turned or not inserted fully into filler tube fuel can get into carbon canister in fuel tank system
Fuel may enter the carbon canister whilst refuelling.
Fix: Replace fuel filler tube and carbon canister.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 294 vehicles
Vehicle may not meet required safety standards
Necessary technical acceptance not carried out by Porsche AG prior to sale of certain Porsche company cars. As a result one pre-owned vehicle does not comply to the latest standards and related quality standards.
Fix: The one car affected will be bought back by Porsche AG through their Porsche centre network.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 1 vehicles
Braking efficiency may be reduced
The circlip on the bearing bracket for the pedals may detach. If this occurs the brake pedal will become unsecured axially and come out of one of the two bearings leading to decreased brake functionality.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the fitment of the circlip and replaced as necessary.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 13,680 vehicles
Fuel may leak - possibility of fire
Fuel may leak from the injector fuel rails. Occupants may notice a smell and though small there is a risk of fire.
Fix: Replace injector fuel rails
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 112 vehicles
Fire may occur
The turbo chargers fitted to the affected vehicles may not be manufactured to the required standard. The result of one or both of the turbo chargers failing is rough running and lack of power. In the worst case scenario there is a possibility that fire could occur.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the turbo chargers.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 54 vehicles
Headlight may detach
If a headlight module is not locked correctly relative movements with respect to the wing can occur. In rare cases this can cause the headlight to become detached from the wing. Based on results from internal quality control checks and individual complaints Porsche has decided to incorporate measures to make the locking system more robust into standard production and they will retrofit these changes on existing models.
Fix: Affected vehicles will be recalled to have the locking mechanism on both headlights replaced.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 3,154 vehicles
Fuel may leak
It has been identified that the possibility exists that a fuel line within the scuttle panel area may be in contact with the engine compartment cover. This can result in a knocking noise and the fuel line becoming damaged with the attendant possibility that a fuel leak may occur.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the routing of the fuel line changed and an additional spacer fitted. In the event of damage to the fuel line it will be replaced.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 982 vehicles
Inadequate crash resistance for front left seat frame
Inadequate crash resistance for left hand front seat frame
Fix: Recall likely to be affected vehicles and fit a replacement seat
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 14 vehicles
The spring of the foot operated handbrake may rub on the main wiring harness
Possibility that the spring of the foot operated handbrake may rub on the main wiring harness and damage it
Fix: Recall affected vehicles and fit a cover to protect the harness.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 842 vehicles
Filling the fuel tank may cause an electrostatic charge
There is a possibility that the ground connection between the thread of the tank filler neck and the connecting pipe to the fuel tank may not be sound which may result in an electrostatic charge which in rare cases could create a spark which could ignite fuel vapours in the area outside of the tank filler neck which could lead to a muffled detonation..
Fix: Recall affected vehicles inspect and if necessary rework ground connection.
Recalled models: CAYENNE · 1 vehicles
Checking a Porsche Cayenne before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.