Model year guide

2009 Porsche Cayenne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Porsche Cayenne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 54 on record.

2009 Porsche Cayenne — representative photo
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2009 Porsche Cayenne at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints15
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$22,772

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2009 Porsche Cayenne recalls 2

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…

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.

2009 Porsche Cayenne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2009 Porsche Cayenne MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,750

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

What's a 2009 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Low
$14,500
Typical price
$22,772
High
$32,250

From 53 comparable 2009 Porsche Cayenne listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Porsche Cayenne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$23,750
Depreciation (5 yrs)$14,450
Total$38,200
Per mile$0.51

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($22,772) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,340), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Porsche Cayenne trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · S · GTS · Turbo S · Turbo
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 290 hp · 4.8L 8-cyl 385 hp · 4.8L 8-cyl 405 hp · 4.8L 8-cyl 500 hp

2009 Porsche Cayenne vehicles on record

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Other Porsche Cayenne model years

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2009 Porsche Cayenne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Porsche Cayenne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 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 2009 Porsche Cayenne?

Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, fuel system.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Porsche Cayenne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Porsche Cayenne at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2009 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Comparable 2009 Porsche Cayenne listings run roughly $14,500–$32,250, typically around $22,772 (from 53 vehicles).

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