2004 Porsche Cayenne Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 24%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 110,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 Porsche Cayenne, 24% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 110,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Recall #ah10. My truck leak gas everywhere; and I've called gaudin Porsche they said they're not doing any recalls at the moment. I can't afford to fix it nor can afford the gas lost.”
NHTSA complaint #11092779, filed 2018-05, 110,000 miles“I received a recall letter in november of 2017 NHTSA campaign number: 17v576000. Fuel pump flange may crack causing fuel leak a fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. My local dealer keeps telling me no parts available. I find the timeline unacceptable and I want the recall remedied immediately. We are pushing two years with no repair.”
NHTSA complaint #11165743, filed 2019-01“Porsche safety recall ah10 I received a recall notification in the mail november '17 for the replacement of the filter flange fuel pump. During the time, I did not experience any changes with my vehicle, but I still called to have my vehicle repaired. I was told that the parts are not in and I would be notified when the parts were available. Within the last 3 weeks, I have smelled gas in and around my car. I am convinced this is due to my vehicle not being repaired for an extended period of time. …”
NHTSA complaint #11084480, filed 2018-04“There is a significant smell of gasoline inside the cabin of the vehicle. There was a recall on the same make, model, and year for fuel pump filter flange leaks, which are indicative of a strong smell of gas inside the car. This can potentially cause the car to start on fire. The dealer stated due to the VIN, the vehicle was not covered under the existing recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11493210, filed 2022-11“1) coolant pipe problems,Porsche never fix them ,had pay to get them fix.(2) filter flange fuel pump leakage,problems Porsche said unfortunately, at this time parts are not available.had it repair my owen money, did not want to chance a risk of fire.(3) transmission module problems did not shift right,had to buy new one.to many problems.”
NHTSA complaint #11084484, filed 2018-04Related recalls
- 17V576000Sep 20, 2017Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S…Covers: Porsche Cayenne 2004–2006, Cayenne S 2003–2006, Cayenne Turbo 2003–2006
Related service bulletins
- 11033625May 22, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving 9J1827447B, PAA971221B, and 95B201060AA. The lock, the fuel tank attachments, and the module connector. The vehicles affected are…
- 11029194Feb 23, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap and the charge cable for mains socket. Part numbers 976809857E and 7PP971678GS
- 11029155Feb 13, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the multi-purpose additive for gasoline. Part number is 00004320902. The vehicles affected are ones that use part number mentioned.
- 11028582Jan 30, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the - Diagnosis Pump for Fuel System 958906243B and 958906243A. Vehicles affected are ones that use either of the part numbers…
- 11015155Mar 1, 2025Manufacturer's Certificate - Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils (05/25)
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 20% |
| 2024 | 1 | 20% |
| 2021 | 1 | 5% |
| 2020 | 1 | 4% |
| 2018 | 2 | 15% |
| 2017 | 3 | 17% |
| 2016 | 5 | 13% |
| 2015 | 2 | 14% |
| 2014 | 7 | 13% |
| 2013 | 5 | 13% |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% |
| 2009 | 4 | 27% |
| 2008 | 4 | 15% |
| 2006 | 19 | 46% |
| 2005 | 16 | 50% |
| 2004 | 9 | 24% |
Other parts of the 2004 Porsche Cayenne
10 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Porsche Cayenne
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology