MYRModel Year Report

2006 Porsche Cayenne

● Typical for this model
2006 Porsche Cayenne
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:27:13.792Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Porsche Cayenne Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 38 complaints 2005: 32 complaints 2006: 41 complaints 2006 2008: 27 complaints 2009: 15 complaints 2010: 1 complaints 2010 2011: 30 complaints 2012: 27 complaints 2013: 40 complaints 2013 2014: 53 complaints 2015: 13 complaints 2016: 38 complaints 2016 2017: 15 complaints 2018: 13 complaints 2019: 39 complaints 2019 2020: 20 complaints 2021: 17 complaints 2022: 3 complaints 2022 2023: 5 complaints 2024: 5 complaints 2025: 5 complaints 2025 2026: 3 complaints 2026
2006: 41 complaints
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YearComplaints
20032
200438
200532
200641
200827
200915
20101
201130
201227
201340
201453
201513
201638
201715
201813
201939
202020
202117
20223
20235
20245
20255
20263

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 32%

32% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 13 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20260120

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, 20171208

POWER TRAIN 20%

20% of complaints: power train — 8 distinct reports on file.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 12%

12% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20260108

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, 20171208

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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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, 20170707

AIR BAGS 10%

10% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE TRAVELING ON ONE OF THE MAIN HIGHWAYS OF DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, A PORSCHE CAYENNE DRIVEN BY A FEMALE UAE NATIONAL WAS HIT ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF SAID VEHICLE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE CAR AND VARIOUS INJURIES TO...

NHTSA ODI report, 20070226

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 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 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.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

● 2011 ● 2005 ● 2016

WORST YEARS

◆ 2014 ● 2013 ● 2019

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