2009 Porsche Cayenne
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 15 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 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 15 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveshaft and automatic transmission.
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Drive shaft mount failed
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-15
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated the drive shaft failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 50,000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-03
Vehicle was parked in garage. Went to use it, opened door to drivers side, dash reads ignition lock fault. Would not start, would not come out of park. Towed to dealer (After towing co. Did emergency unlock of transmission to get out of garage.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-27
Also filed under Electrical system
Electrical system
4 of 15 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.
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Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2009 Porsche Cayenne. The vehicle was a dealer sale.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-06-16
During normal commute to work driving, a message "Check dim beam" Appeared on the dashboard message board.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-30
Also filed under Exterior lighting
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 15 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 15 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
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The contact owns a 2009 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated there was visible damage to the fuel tank flange, and there was a leak coming from the fuel tank.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-09
Tires
1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2009 Porsche Cayenne — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V446000 · Power train
- Recall 22V656000 · Exterior lighting
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FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Porsche Cayenne?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Porsche Cayenne have?
- 2 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.