2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo

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2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:30:22.651Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Porsche Cayenne Turbo Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2004: 15 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaints 2006 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 0 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2013: 0 complaints 2014: 0 complaints 2014 2015: 0 complaints 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 0 complaints 2020
2006: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
20031
200415
20054
20061
20087
20090
20100
201111
20122
20130
20140
20150
20190
20200

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

Show complaint excerpts

METALLIC CONTACT POINTS FOR THE FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB HOLDER INTEGRAL IN THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES CORRODE OR ERODE RENDERING THE TURN SIGNAL INOPERABLE. CORRECTION REQUIRES COSTLY REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190215

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

R 20221028 — exterior lighting

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.

Campaign 22V656000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17V576000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V446000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 22V656000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 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.