2004 Porsche Cayenne Porsche Cayenne 2004

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2004 Porsche Cayenne repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (9%)

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2004 Porsche Cayenne body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

turbocharged 450hp 4.5L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

78000 mi right headlight malfunction warranty repair 
96000 mi

US $125
Glove box won't open. Latch is broken. A plastic pin snaps off, causing the latch to stop working. 
105000 mi

US $650
center console upper lid won't open. Latch assy was dislodged. Entire console assy had to be replaced. 
131000 mi

US $100
seal below driver's door fell off. Had to order 8 clips and install them to re-fit the seal. 
101000 mi

US $3000
Cracked "Turbo" badge replaced. Curbed rims fixed and refinished. With Maintenance - $7,000 total. 

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2004 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

340-horsepower 4.5L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

68000 mi water accumulating inside body cavity (not cabin interior) Dealer at no charge removed a rubber plug under the car to drain 
150300 mi

US $1000
hood strut, rear tailgate struts 
155000 mi

US $40
Rear window struts replaced 
83080 mi

¤2800
Changed all clips for mounting door sill 
84320 mi Bottom protection not properly fixed. Fixed by placing new bolds and screws (not OEM). 
115320 mi

¤800
Interior roof fabric came off, complete replaced in special chop for interior. 
59100 mi Replaced rear hatch switch for cosmetic reasons. 

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2004 Porsche Cayenne Body Problems

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