2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

43

Owner Complaints

2 Crashes 3 Fires

4

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

12

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE

The 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE has received a total of 43 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. 12 technical service bulletins have been issued by Porsche Cars North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuelpropulsion System (10 complaints), Fuel System Gasoline (6 complaints), and Air Bags (3 complaints).

Recalls for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE

NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE, potentially affecting up to 849,384 vehicles.

Recall 22V656000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 222,858 vehicles affected

Defect: 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. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the...

Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

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Recall 22V656000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 222,858 vehicles affected

Defect: 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. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the...

Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

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Recall 22V656000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 222,858 vehicles affected

Defect: 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. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the...

Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

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Recall 19V446000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

| 99,665 vehicles affected

Defect: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4...

Consequence: If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Owners may contact Porsche customer service...

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Recall 17V576000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

| 50,145 vehicles affected

Defect: 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. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

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. Porsche's number...

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Recall 04V593000 — SEAT BELTS

| 31,000 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR...

Consequence: WHEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE CHILD RESTRAINTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY INSTALL A CLIP IN EITHER OF THE AFFECTED REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS AND PROVIDE AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT. THE CLIPS WILL PREVENT UNWARRANTED CONVERSION FROM ALR TO ELR MODE WITH CHILD SEAT INSTALLATION. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY...

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Owner Complaints for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE

43 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11695787 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | | 157,290 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. There was an abnormal fuel odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V576000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact replaced the fuel filter and repaired the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that parts were on back order. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 157,290.
#11603601 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
headlamp wiring and turn signal failures. Big hazard!! Why is in the headlight assembly including the headlight wire harness is corroding due to the heat this is a common issue that I see that’s online. Everyone is having the same issue with the same type of vehicle this needs attention immediately and recalled before the media gets wind of this. The group chats that I am in is starting to do a petition because this was reported to you guys numerous amount of times as I can see in our group chats so please call this recall because it is a safety hazard to the roads. Headlights are going off as we’re driving due to that Issue please give me a email at [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11601645 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | | N/A miles
The transmission has quite a bit of slop or play when placing it in park. I do not believe it could be parked safely in a residential driveway. Tranny knocks a little in low gears.
#11601645 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
The transmission has quite a bit of slop or play when placing it in park. I do not believe it could be parked safely in a residential driveway. Tranny knocks a little in low gears.
#11601645 | SUSPENSION | | N/A miles
The transmission has quite a bit of slop or play when placing it in park. I do not believe it could be parked safely in a residential driveway. Tranny knocks a little in low gears.

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Safety Rating for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. has issued 12 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

No. 06-22 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils up until MY2020. (starting back at MY1984). An overview of the approved engine oils.

122-T3H2H-09 — STRUCTURE

Instructions for installing the Porsche Bicycle Rack on applicable models with an already installed roof transportation system

ATI-1102 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

PORSCHE: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. *PE

24-07 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

PORSCHE: W725- REPLACING SIDE AIRBAG WIRE HARNESS PLUG CONNECTION (WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN). *PE

1536 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

OCCASIONAL ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE SEALING FACE FOR THE CHAIN TENSIONER. *TT

0501 — SUSPENSION

STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION. UPDATE. *TT

304 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

HARD SHIFTING IN RANGE FIRST TO SECOND. *TT UPDATE. *TT

4412 — STEERING

STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION *EH

518 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER

REAR WIPER ARM CAP NO LONGER HOLDS AFTER SINGLE REMOVAL. REPLACING REAR WIPER ARM CAP. QUALITY IMPROVEMENT WORKSHOP CAMPAIGN. *TT

9110 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PORSCHE COMMUNICATION MANAGEMENT 2 - PCM2.1. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2005 PORSCHE CAYENNE.

Investigation PE05060 — AIR BAGS Closed

Opened:

SRS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION

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