2009 Porsche Cayenne Porsche Cayenne 2009

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2009 Porsche Cayenne repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 36 repairs.
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2009 Porsche Cayenne engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

turbocharged 550hp 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

70200 mi

US $100
Engine torque strut 
75535 mi

US $250
Upper and lower oil pans and gaskets 

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2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

405-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed manual AWD w/low range

31000 mi

$300
Breather / pressure control valve fail (PCV). Replaced. 
57000 mi

US $250
Failing fuel pump replaced. 
88000 mi

US $1200
The dealer also noticed a seeping O-ring seal in the cooling system near the back of the engine, so they fixed that as well. 
60000 mi

US $1700
Spark plugs faulty - likely cause is lack of maintenance (purchased car used). 
59000 mi

US $200
Check engine code P2404 triggered by low emission system vacuum. Truck ran without issues. Replaced engine vacuum pump to fix. Apparently a common problem that dealer wants $800+ to fix. DIY repaired for the cost of the pump and a few tools 

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2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

385-horsepower 4.8L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

79980 mi

$350
bad performance (cooling system?) 
121000 mi

US $50
Crankshaft position sensor 
87000 mi

US $400
Water pump, belts and hoses. Thermostat was stuck open. 
80000 mi

US $550
Replace oil pressure sensor 

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2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

290-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range

59000 mi

US $1500
60,000 mile service 

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2009 Porsche Cayenne Engine Problems

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