2008 Porsche Cayenne
Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 27
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 27 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
Only 27 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
7 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The car cut out as I was crossing a intersection while in motion leaving the car disabled in the middle of a busy intersection, luckily other drivers saw the problem and went around me. All warning lights came on including the ignition lock fault.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-12
S10 direct reply letter to the secretary from regarding having problems with his 2008 Porsche Cayenne. *tgw the consumer stated he experienced numerous safety problems with the electrical system and brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-05
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Engine
6 of 27 total reports mention: engine.
Power train
6 of 27 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft.
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The contact owns a 2008 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V446000 (Power Train) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer previously completed the recall remedy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-10-14
My car is garage kept and very low miles (70K+) since I work mostly from home. I suddenly started to hear a bad noise coming from the bottom of the car and could feel the car shaking whenever started to accelerate.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-27
Within minutes of driving my son to school, I heard a grinding sound from underneath my Cayenne, then a squealing, and the car began to vibrate violently during acceleration.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-13
Fuel/propulsion system
3 of 27 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Suspension
2 of 27 total reports mention: suspension.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Porsche Cayenne. While the vehicle was idling, an abnormal sound was heard. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the air suspension tank was detached from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-13
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-02-15Fuel system, gasoline08V076000 Porsche is recalling 5,573 my 2008 Cayenne V6 vehicles. A fuel line in the plenum panel area may contact the rear engine compartment cover. Relative movements of the engine while driving may cause…
Remedy: Dealers will reroute the fuel line and install an additional spacer ring free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2008. Owners may contact Porsche 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
2008 Porsche Cayenne — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V076000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 19V446000 · Power train
- Recall 22V656000 · Exterior lighting
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FAQ
- Is the 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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 2008 Porsche Cayenne?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 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.