2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo

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2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:30:18.722Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2005: 4 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2003	1
2004	15
2005	4
2006	1
2008	7
2009	0
2010	0
2011	11
2012	2
2013	0
2014	0
2015	0
2019	0
2020	0

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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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...

NHTSA ODI report, 20091125

POWER TRAIN

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181126

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

INJURY

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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...

NHTSA ODI report, 20050329

ENGINE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: engine.

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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130403

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050517 — seat belts

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 POSITI

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 WIT

Campaign 04V593000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20051110 — PE (closed 20060315)

SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION

I 20060315 — EA (closed 20070312)

SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION

R 20180706 — fuel system, gasoline

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.

Campaign 17V576000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20190809 — power train

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.

Campaign 19V446000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 04V593000 (seat belts) has been completed.
Verify recall 17V576000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Verify recall 19V446000 (power train) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 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 Turbo?

The most-reported component is power train:automatic transmission, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.