2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo recalls and problems

The 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo has 8 safety recalls and 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Porsche dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo recalls

Recall 19V-446: Power Train

Reported Jun 12, 2019 · 99,665 vehicles affected · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Problem: 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 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime.

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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 at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1.

Recall 17V-576: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 20, 2017 · 50,145 vehicles affected · Porsche Cars North America, Inc.

Problem: 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.

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

Fix: 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 for this recall is AH10.

Recall 04V-593: Seat Belts

Reported Dec 15, 2004 · 31,000 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: 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 the purposes of child restraint installation. The belt may deactivate the alr mode with certain child restraints.

Risk: When involved in a crash, the child restraints may not be properly secured increasing the risk of injury or death to the seat occupant.

Fix: 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 17, 2005. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

Recall 04V-231: Seat Belts

Reported May 17, 2004 · 19,175 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the rear seat belt latch attachment bolt is insufficient riveted.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the belt buckle latch and, if necessary, replace the latch. Owner notification began on june 1, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

Recall 04V-069: Electrical System

Reported Feb 18, 2004 · 10,637 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the main wiring harness was incorrectly routed. Damage to the main wiring harness can lead to the failure of various electrical systems.

Risk: In extreme cases, to a cable fire beneath the instrument panel in the passenger compartment.

Fix: Dealers will re-route the wiring harness. Owner notification schedule began on march 29, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

Recall 04V-071: Power Train

Reported Feb 18, 2004 · 4,099 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles may have had a transfer case installed that could, due to changes in the housing casting, result in the oil pump rotation. Should this occur, oil starvation of the internal gears might result.

Risk: Continued operation of the vehicle could result in a fracture of the transfer case housing. Incorrect torque would then be applied to the driven wheels or oil could leak and contact the tires.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the transfer case housing and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. Owner notification began on may 3, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

Recall 04V-072: Seats

Reported Feb 18, 2004 · 4,144 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the driver's side seat frames were not adequately welded.

Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat frame could break, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side seat frame. Owner notification began on march 29, 2004. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

Recall 03V-351: Equipment

Reported Sep 24, 2003 · 326 vehicles affected · PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the affected vehicles may be missing the gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr) and gross axle weight ratings (Gawr) on the certification label as required by part 567.4(G)(3) and (G)(4).

Risk: The vehicle operator will not be informed of the vehicle's gvwr and gawr.

Fix: Dealers will apply the corrected label. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact porsche at 1-800-545-8039.

2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	4
Suspension	3
Tires	2
Steering	2
Electrical System	2
Engine	2
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Air Bags	1
Service Brakes	1
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Suspension › Front — 2
Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
Steering › Column — 1
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood — 1
Suspension › Front › Springs › Air Suspension › Springs/Bags — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 39,991 miles (median of owner reports).

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Recent 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 170,000 miles · reported Dec 27, 2018

I heard some knocking from the area of the front left wheel while driving on a city street about 30 miles per hour. I stopped and inspected under the car and saw nothing. So I decoded to bring it to my service provider. I drove about 3 miles at slow speeds to get to the service provider. After about an hour they found the problem. One of the bolts that holds the knuckle to the wheel had backed out and was banging around the break system. They said I could not drive the car until it was fixed.

Engine · at 61,100 miles · reported Nov 18, 2013

Owner operates a 2004 porsche cayenne turbo, 4.5l v8 engine. This vehicle, with just over 61,000 miles began to overheat four days prior to the incident (Detected by fluctuating temperature gauge). The engine coolant was found to be low in the service bottle by appx. 2 quarts when checked and was refilled. The evening before the incident owner's spouse reported a low coolant alarm message had displayed on the instrument panel, coolant was about 2 quarts low in the service bottle and was refilled. The next day the vehicle was being run at 1500 RPM (Fast idle) in a parked position in the owner's…

Suspension · at 60,000 miles · reported Jul 12, 2011

The contact owns a 2004 porsche cayenne turbo. The left front air suspension collapsed while driving at 20 MPH. The air suspension bag also exploded which caused the vehicle to move uncontrollably to the left. The contact was able to drive to the dealer who stated that it was a fault or defecton to the front left side suspension air bag. The vehicle will be repaired; however, the suspension was not covered by the warranty and porsche have no interest in helping. The failure mileage was 60,000 and will cost approx $4,000 to replace through a porsche dealership.

Suspension · at 43,000 miles · reported Nov 17, 2009

The contact owns a 2004 porsche cayenne turbo. The air suspension collapsed while driving 70 MPH. The air suspension bag also exploded which caused the vehicle to move uncontrollably from the right to the left lane. The vehicle almost rolled over due to the failure. The contact was able to drive to the dealer who stated that it was a manufacturers defect. The dealer also confirmed that the collar which is metal split and punctured the suspension bag. The vehicle will be repaired; however, the suspension was not covered by the warranty. The failure mileage was 43,000. Updated 2/17/10 upon…

Suspension · at 39,989 miles · reported Nov 9, 2009

Driving on a highway at around 64 miles per hour when the entire front transmission dropped and we nearly rolled over on our vehicle with a 4 year old child in the car on the highway. Fortunately we were in the left lane when this happened.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo: 19V-446 (power train), 17V-576 (fuel system, gasoline), 04V-593 (seat belts), 04V-231 (seat belts), 04V-069 (electrical system) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (4 reports), followed by suspension (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 39,991 miles.

Are Porsche recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Porsche dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.