2005 Porsche Cayenne S
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2003 | 4 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 10 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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I own a 2005 Porsche cayenne. Since owning this truck there have been numerous items that have gone wrong. All the main computers had to be replaced, front drive shaft, transmission, and now a coolant tube.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-11
Vehicle speed control
2 of 10 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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I am an owner of the 2005 Porsche Cayenne S. The Porsche Cayenne seemed to have a hesitation issue that we have tried to have repaired several times in the past.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-06-26
The vehicle stalled while accelerating from a stop then lunges forward. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that this is the way the vehicle was designed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-03-17
Tires
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
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In 2016, at around 85,000 miles the big o tires, located at 3415 s Maryland pkwy, las vegas, nv 89169, installed four new tire on my Cayenne S, 2005. The tire manufacturer is continental and all tires are of 275/45/19 size.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-15
Structure
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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In a parking lot traveling at 7 MPH approx, applied the brakes and the psm (Stability management) lights and buzzers came on. Lost all brakes on the car and could not stop. Pumped the brakes and still no stopping capability.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-11
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 10 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Porsche Cayenne S. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 17V576000 (Fuel pump, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-04
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2005-05-17Seat belts04V593000 Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant crash protection." All three rear seat positions and the front passenger…
Remedy: Dealers will permanently install a clip in either of the affected rear outboard seat belts and provide an owner's manual insert. The clips will prevent unwarranted conversion from alr to elr mode…
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2005-11-10Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-03-15 SRS warning light illumination
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2006-03-15Engineering analysisClosed 2007-03-12 SRS warning light illumination
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2018-07-06Fuel system, gasoline17V576000 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.
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.
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2019-08-09Power train19V446000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
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.
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2022-10-28Exterior lighting22V656000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Porsche Cayenne S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine and engine cooling: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 04V593000 · Seat belts
- Recall 17V576000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 19V446000 · Power train
- Recall 22V656000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Porsche Cayenne S reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2005 Porsche Cayenne S?
- The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Porsche Cayenne S have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.