Power Train Related Problems of the 2012 Porsche Cayenne

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 2012 Porsche Cayenne. The number one most common problem is related to the transfer case (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (four problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Porsche Cayenne

Problem Category Number of Problems
Transfer Case problems
14
Power Train problems
4

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2012 Porsche Cayenne

The Transfer Case problem

The transfer case is faulty. It was replaced at 26,000 miles and now it is acting the same way again at 48. 000 miles. I was entering the hwy and the car jumped forward and suddenly lost power before jumping into gear. This is not safe considering there was a car in front of me and behind.   Read details...

The Power Train problem

2012 Cayenne turbo with 40096 mileage as of today. The transfer box was replaced in April 2016 and April 2018. Cost around $4,500 each time. Total of $9,000 repair bill.   Read details...


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