2006 Porsche Cayenne Porsche Cayenne 2006

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2006 Porsche Cayenne repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (7%)

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2006 Porsche Cayenne suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (50%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $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.

2006 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

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

92000 mi

US $1500
replace front control arms 
126000 mi

US $1000
Replaced both front lower control arms, with OES Karlyn units. Replaced rough left rear wheel bearing with salvage part(74,000/mi). Adjust parking brake shoes and cable. 
62000 mi Air suspension shock failed 
95000 mi

US $3000
Lower Control Arms Replaced 

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2006 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

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

41045 mi Rack and Pinion Replaced 
70700 mi Dealer replaced power steering pump to try to cure shudder going lock to lock when car isn't moving. No luck - still there. Next they're doing the steering rack. All covered under CPO. 
99000 mi

US $2200
Cracked drivetrain bearing. Replaced with new Porsche parts. 
75000 mi

US $1200
new struts 
199000 mi

US $1350
Seized wheel bearing necessitated replacement of left rear axle 

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2006 Porsche Cayenne Suspension Problems

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