Known faults for Porsche.

Most common faults

Sorted by how many of this make's models each entry applies to.

1. V6 TDI rear chains, intake flaps and leaks4 models

   Timing / intake / leaksCayenne (955/957) · Cayenne (92A) · Macan (95B) · Panamera (970)

2. IMS intermediate shaft bearing4 models

   Engine (intermediate shaft bearing)911 (996) · 911 (997) · Boxster (986) · Boxster / Cayman (987)

3. Glued coolant pipes that come apart on the Mezger engine (911 Turbo and GT3)2 models

   Cooling911 (996) · 911 (997)

4. Rear spoiler, PCM, PASM warnings and anti-roll bar links on the Panamera (971)1 model

   Known weak pointsPanamera (971)

5. "All-wheel drive system malfunction" message and rear-wheel drive only, caused by the PTM control unit software (Cayenne 9Y)1 model

   TransmissionCayenne (9Y0)

6. Flat battery and "Battery low, service necessary" message caused by the battery sensor software (Cayenne 2018–2019)1 model

   Electrical and electronic systemsCayenne (9Y0)

7. High-pressure pump, hybrid battery and chassis on the Panamera 9701 model

   Known weak pointsPanamera (970)

8. V6 chain, VarioCam phaser and air suspension on the Cayenne II1 model

   Timing systemCayenne (92A)

Models by era

Grouped by the launch year of each generation. Photos show the generation listed; if there is no verified photo, no other car is shown instead.

Recalls

Check what each recall covers: market, production period and VIN. Ask the manufacturer whether a repair is outstanding.

• Defective passenger airbag production batchPassive safety
• Incorrect brake pedal pivot retentionBrakes
• Airbag control unit electrical faultPassive safety / electronics
• Insufficient windscreen and rear window bonding (ARA3)Body / passive safety
• Connecting rods outside specification (AMA4)Engine
• Insufficiently durable automatic selector sleeve (AKB1)Transmission / controls