Four problems related to power train have been reported for the 2013 Porsche Cayenne. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Porsche Cayenne based on all problems reported for the 2013 Cayenne.
The drive train consists of an engine, transmission, transfercase, driveshafts and differentials. The transfercase has failed prior to the normal life cycle. Porsche recognizes this problem on this series of SUV and extends the warranty for 10 years and unlimited mileage. Porsche announced this extension in June 2024. However this does not cover the early models in this series 2011-2013 with the same drivetrain and transfercase. So in effect this failure of the transfer case is not covered on 2014 - 2011 Porsche Cayenne's models with the same transfercase because Porsche delayed the notification to customers. Even though the SUV may have low mileage, they will not warranty or cover my failure.
The contact owns a 2013 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, there was an abnormal noise while shifting from first to second gear. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an unknown dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the transmission to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 102,300.
Grinding & clunking noise from drive train at low engine speeds. Took it to Porsche dealership in October, 2020. They did not fix the problem and I was told it is ok to drive. The noise is getting worse from initial whining to grinding & clunking noise. Online forums indicate that it is a common problem with Cayenne & macan models of Porsche. Porsche has acknowledged the issue on there website with warranty extension. When I call the Porsche customer support. They are not acknowledging the warranty extension. I think it is a major safety issue and need to be address by Porsche.
Vehicle in motion suddenly shutters and slows. Sometimes vehicle will fail to move from stationary. Dealer diagnosed transfere case problem. Internet is full of similar complaints. Porsche admits design flaw, but will not assist. This is a severe safety problem. Vehicle ha 60,000 mi on odometer.
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