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%)

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2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

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

60000 mi

US $1700
Driveshaft mid-section bushing failure - seems to be very common for 2nd gen Cayennes, fails between 60k and 100K. 
54000 mi

US $250
Error code re: hill control and 4WD. Dealer replaced starter assembly for excessive draw. Codes went from are still intermittent, aggravated by high ambient temperatures. 

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2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

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

81900 mi Center drive shaft bearings went out, replaced under warranty.  

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2009 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV

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

86180 mi

C $2000
Ujoint of drive shaft broke 

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2009 Porsche Cayenne Transmission Problems

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