2006 Porsche Cayenne
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 41
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Fuel/propulsion system
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
32% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 41 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 32 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 27 |
| 2013 | 40 |
| 2014 | 53 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel/propulsion system
32% · 13 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-20
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 17V576000 (Fuel system, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-08
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline
Power train
20% · 8 reportsFuel system, gasoline
20% · 8 reportsMost commonly citing fuel pump.
Show complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-08
Electrical system
15% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2006 Porsche Cayenne. After shutting the vehicle off, it caught on fire approximately 3.5 hours later. The fire department was called and extinguished the flames.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-07
Tl* the contact owned a 2006 Porsche Cayenne equipped with an ac delco battery, model number 49-60 (Na). The contact stated that the driver and passenger were found deceased in the vehicle while the engine was running.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-08-15
Also filed under Equipment
Engine and engine cooling
12% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing engine and hoses/lines/piping/fittings.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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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
2006 Porsche Cayenne — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 8 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V576000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 19V446000 · Power train
- Recall 22V656000 · Exterior lighting
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FAQ
- Is the 2006 Porsche Cayenne reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Porsche Cayenne is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Porsche Cayenne?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Porsche Cayenne have?
- 3 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.