Model year guide

2005 Porsche Cayenne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Porsche Cayenne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 55 on record.

2005 Porsche Cayenne — representative photo
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2005 Porsche Cayenne at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints42
Combined15 mpg
Typical price$9,730

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2005 Porsche Cayenne recalls 4

Seat Belts NHTSA Campaign #04V593000 · 15/12/2004

CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR THE PURPOSES OF CHILD RE…

Fix: DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY INSTALL A CLIP IN EITHER OF THE AFFECTED REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELTS AND PROVIDE AN OWNER'S MANUAL INSERT. THE CLIPS WILL PREVENT UNWARRANTED CONVERSION FROM ALR TO ELR MODE WITH CHILD SEAT INSTALLATION. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 17, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-…

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) NHTSA Campaign #19V446000 · 12/06/2019

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edi…

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for th…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #17V576000 · 20/09/2017

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #22V656000 · 30/08/2022

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly …

Fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2005 Porsche Cayenne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2005 Porsche Cayenne MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway19 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,050

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2005 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Low
$6,800
Typical price
$9,730
High
$13,300

From 55 comparable 2005 Porsche Cayenne listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Porsche Cayenne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$25,250
Fuel only$25,250
Per mile$0.34

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Porsche Cayenne trims & engines on record

Trims
S · Base · Turbo
Engines
4.5L 8-cyl 340 hp · 2.7L 6-cyl · 4.5L 8-cyl 450 hp

2005 Porsche Cayenne vehicles on record

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Other Porsche Cayenne model years

2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2006 2004

2005 Porsche Cayenne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Porsche Cayenne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Porsche Cayenne. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Porsche Cayenne?

Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Porsche Cayenne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Porsche Cayenne at about 15 mpg combined (14 city / 19 highway).

How much is a 2005 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Comparable 2005 Porsche Cayenne listings run roughly $6,800–$13,300, typically around $9,730 (from 55 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.