2013 Porsche Cayenne power train problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2013 Porsche Cayenne — 40% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The Drive train consists of an engine, transmission, transfercase, driveshafts and differentials. The Transfercase has failed prior to the normal life cycle. Porsche recognizes this problem on this series of SUV and extends the warranty for 10 years and unlimited mileage. Porsche announced this…”
filed Sep 18, 2024
“The contact owns a 2013 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, there was an abnormal noise while shifting from first to second gear. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an unknown dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the…”
filed Nov 10, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other Cayenne years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Cayenne | 4 | 18% |
| 2019 Cayenne | 6 | 15% |
| 2016 Cayenne | 7 | 18% |
| 2014 Cayenne | 17 | 32% |
| 2012 Cayenne | 12 | 44% |
| 2011 Cayenne | 11 | 37% |
| 2008 Cayenne | 6 | 22% |
| 2006 Cayenne | 8 | 20% |
| 2005 Cayenne | 4 | 13% |
| 2004 Cayenne | 10 | 26% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Porsche Cayenne
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.