2013 Porsche Cayenne Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 40%of 40 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2013 Porsche Cayenne, 40% of the 40 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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”
NHTSA complaint #11414407, filed 2021-04, 113,000 miles“Multiple transfer case failures. First at 50k miles (slipping between gears, followed by a severe jolt as the gear finally changed)'transfer case was replaced at my expense ($7000k later). Second failure occurred less than 6 months later at 55k miles (severe jolt when shifting from 3rd to 4th gear)'transfer case replaced under parts warranty. Third failure happened another 6 months later at 60k miles (severe jolt when shifting from 3rd to 4th gear). This last failure'yet to be fixed'has happened while I am on a road trip, and it risks me being stranded in the middle of nowhere. …”
NHTSA complaint #11325912, filed 2020-05, 60,000 miles“While driving back home on the highway doing about 30 MPH in stop and go traffic my 2013 Cayenne gts started to jerk between shifting gears. I thought it was a bumpy road at least but then after the traffic was over and I was able to pick up some speed to up to around 40-45mph the car shut off in the middle of the highway not knowing what to do. My life literally flashed in my eyes I was so lucky to get out of it with no injuries after researching and visiting my mechanic I was told that it was a transfer case issue and it's a very common thing to happen on cayennes with gasoline engine”
NHTSA complaint #11257179, filed 2019-09, 65,190 miles“Failure of transfer case at 51,000 miles and again at 78,000 miles. Porsche acknowledges problem nationwide but will not cover repair. Vehicle shutters/stutters and does not shift into gears (4 to 5). This failure is described countless number of times on the internet in various forums. Porsche north america refuses to cover repair & warranty repair on same problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11242302, filed 2019-08, 78,000 miles“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.”
NHTSA complaint #11218352, filed 2019-06, 60,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11032387Apr 17, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission oil. Part number 00004321012 is affected - the vehicles that use this part number should be included.
- 11032274Apr 8, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission oil. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number 00004330563
- 11030909Mar 5, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the transmission fluid. Part number 00004321048. The cars affected are ones that use the part number listed.
- 11029202Feb 27, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the (00004321048) Transmission fluid. The vehicles affected are ones that use the part number mentioned.
- 11029150Feb 12, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the 7 speed dual clutch gear box. Part numbers 0BG300047 and 0BG300047X are affected. Cars that are involved are ones that use…
- 11024071Sep 12, 2025Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the rear axle steering. The part numbers are 992501031H, 992501032H, 992501033AB, 992501033AC. The vehicles affected are cars…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 20% |
| 2021 | 2 | 10% |
| 2020 | 4 | 17% |
| 2019 | 6 | 13% |
| 2018 | 1 | 8% |
| 2017 | 1 | 6% |
| 2016 | 7 | 18% |
| 2015 | 3 | 21% |
| 2014 | 17 | 32% |
| 2013 | 16 | 40% |
| 2012 | 12 | 44% |
| 2011 | 11 | 37% |
| 2009 | 6 | 40% |
| 2008 | 6 | 22% |
| 2006 | 8 | 20% |
| 2005 | 4 | 13% |
| 2004 | 10 | 26% |
Other parts of the 2013 Porsche Cayenne
9 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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.
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