Porsche Cayenne First generation (9PA(955)) (2003 - 2006)

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First generation (9PA(955)) of Porsche Cayenne has been in production since 2003 by 2006.
Porsche Cayenne First generation (9PA(955)) dimensions and specs
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Body style | SUV |
Length | 188.2 - 188.3 in |
Width | 75.90 in |
Height | 66.90 in |
Wheelbase | 112.40 in |
Curb weight | 4762 - 5200 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 57.40 in |
Rear hip room | 53.30 in |
Front Headroom | 39.70 in |
Rear Headroom | 38.90 in |
Front shoulder room | 58.50 in |
Rear shoulder room | 56.70 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 26.40 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 13 - 16/18 - 20 |
Towing capacity | 7716 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 5.3 - 9.1 sec |
¼ mile time | 13.7 - 16.9 sec |
Porsche Cayenne Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Porsche Cayenne First generation (9PA(955)) production period from 2003 to 2006 drivers have reported 88 complaints. The most common problems are FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN.
Model Year | Complaints |
2006 Cayenne |
34
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2005 Cayenne |
24
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2004 Cayenne |
28
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2003 Cayenne |
2
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM strong smell of gasoline evident on driver's side rear when stationary or even not running and parked . research online... |
26
~ 44626 miles |
ENGINE was driving at normal speed car sends a low coolant message pulled over and coolant spill all over the ground. |
13
~ 76823 miles |
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2006 porsche cayenne. while having the vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer for routine maintenance... |
12
~ 66000 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM when the weather temperature goes 29 f or below the air bag anti- lock brake and horn stops working. when |
10
~ 95500 miles |
AIR BAGS while traveling on one of the main highways of dubai united arab emirates a porsche cayenne driven by a female... |
9
~ 69128 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2006 porsche cayenne. the contact stated that nhtsa campaign number: 17v576000 (fuel system gasoline) exceeded... |
5
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2006 porsche cayenne. consumer writes in regards to vehicle plastic coolant pipes defect. *smd the consumer stated the engine had... |
4
~ 57250 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING vehicle suddenly loses power ("throttle control" as the service rep puts it) usually while traveling at highway speeds. this causes... |
4
~ 8725 miles |
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2005 porsche cayenne. while driving approximately 35 mph the contact heard an abnormal clanking noise... |
3
~ 113117 miles |
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2006 porsche cayenne. while driving various speeds there was a fuel odor emitted into the... |
3
~ 102000 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL dt*: the contact stated intermittently the vehicle hesitates when the accelerator pedal is depressed. when the vehicle does respond it... |
3
~ 87000 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER the rear hatchback door closes on it's own. the hazard is that a person can get hit in the head... |
2
~ 22500 miles |
STRUCTURE metal heat-conductive porsche emblem on steering wheel (atop airbag) caused severe burn/brand on driver's forearm when airbag deployed. other manufacturers |
2
~ 35515 miles |
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 1) the visit workshop light appeared on my new 2005 porsche 911 carrera s. 2) on november 30 2004 the... |
2
~ 9360 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL google: cayenne wet floor. all cayenne have issue with poor water drainage system according to the websites. my car was... |
1
~ 168000 miles |
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2003 porsche cayenne. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v576000 (fuel system gasoline)... |
1
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SEATS i paid for this recall 17v-576 and never received my reimbursement for this issue from porsche. they owe me $1800.00 |
1
~ 78000 miles |
EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owned a 2006 porsche cayenne equipped with an ac delco battery model number 49-60 (na). the contact... |
1
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12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owned a 2006 porsche cayenne equipped with an ac delco battery model number 49-60 (na). the contact... |
1
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SUSPENSION there are so many problems with this car.. coolant pipes leak. oils leakage. failure of lights elictrical issues such as |
1
~ 70000 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING there are so many problems with this car.. coolant pipes leak. oils leakage. failure of lights elictrical issues such as |
1
~ 70000 miles |
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING coolant pipe failure. *tr... |
1
~ 85000 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC when the weather temperature goes 29 f or below the air bag anti- lock brake and horn stops working. when |
1
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BODY > STRUCTURE rear lift gate would not stay open. drove to independent repair service replaced both rear liftgate shock supports. porsche would |
1
~ 35345 miles |
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN beginning in august 2007 my car experienced transmission shifting problems and eventually had to have the control unit replaced. afterwards... |
1
~ 52764 miles |
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl*the contact owns a 2006 porsche cayenne. the engine light illuminated while driving. the vehicle was taken to the dealer... |
1
~ 48388 miles |
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL dt*: the contact stated intermittently the vehicle hesitates when the accelerator pedal is depressed. when the vehicle does respond it... |
1
~ 3000 miles |
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS consumer request for porsche cars of north america to repurchase his 2005 porsche cayenne.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer has... |
1
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ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC the consumer's 2004 porsche cayenne was uncontrollable with the slightest snowfall. *nm when the consumer approached an intersection he was... |
1
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TIRES the consumer's 2004 porsche cayenne was uncontrollable with the slightest snowfall. *nm when the consumer approached an intersection he was... |
1
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UNIT > HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING water accumulated inside the hazard warning light lens compartment. dealership was notified but did not resolve the problem. *ak... |
1
~ 2100 miles |
FRONT > SUSPENSION problems with tire equipment on 2004 cayenne.*mr the vehicle's front tires were worn at a little over 10000 miles. the... |
1
~ 14000 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Porsche Cayenne and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Porsche Cayenne to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
- [Material] -...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
- ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
- ✔...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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4 Pcs Wheel Cleaner Brush Wheel Barrel B...
- Practical Combination Set: you will receive a total of 4 pieces of wheel cleaning brushes, including 3 pieces of rim brushes for cleaning wheels in 3 different sizes, 1 piece of long soft bristle truck...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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maXpeedingrods Coilover Adjustable for P...
- 【Fit Perfectly】 For Porsche Cayenne 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 (955 & 957 body)
- 【Spring Rate】 Front Spring rate: 20 kg/mm (1120 lbs/in) & Rear Spring rate: 8 kg/mm (448 lbs/in). Spring...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Motor Trend Premium FlexTough All-Protec...
- Flex Tough – Our Advanced Performance Rubber Polymers are Tested for Extreme Conditions to Ensure they Don't Crack, Split or Deform
- No-Slip Grip – Rubberized Nibs on the Bottom so the Mat Does not Move...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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Godspeed MSS0217-B MonoSS Coil-overs Sus...
- Compatible With Porsche Cayenne (955/957) 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010; Excludes Air and Electronic Suspensions
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless Steel Shock With 16 Levels of Damping Adjustment Corresponds to Daily Driving Scene...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...

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