Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Engines
The most common engines in 2007 Porsche Cayenne cars on Dutch roads are the 4.8 petrol (283 kW, 380 hp), 3.6 petrol (213 kW, 286 hp) and 4.8 petrol (368 kW, 493 hp), out of 4 versions with at least 20 cars.
| Engine | Power | Cars |
|---|---|---|
| 4.8 petrol | 283 kW 380 hp | 162 |
| 3.6 petrol | 213 kW 286 hp | 155 |
| 4.8 petrol | 368 kW 493 hp | 118 |
| 4.5 petrol | 250 kW 335 hp | 25 |
RDW Open Data (CC0): registered passenger cars and their fuel data · engine size rounded to 0.1 litre, net maximum power · versions with at least 20 cars
In the Netherlands
481 first registered in 2007 are on Dutch roads; 62% arrived later as imports. Median list price when new: €112,924.
Most common APK defects
- Bandenspanning niet op juiste waarde257
- Dimlicht onjuist afgesteld131
- Band onvoldoende profiel127
- Kentekenplaatverlichting werkt niet (goed) / ontbreekt86
- Remslang beschadigd, wapeningsmateriaal zichtbaar86
- Band(en) aanwezig met een profieldiepte van 1,6 t/m 2,5 mm82
- Overmatige vloeistoflekkage overige vloeistoffen70
- Stuur- of fuseekogel met slijtage kleiner of gelijk 1,0 mm63
Colours
RDW Open Data: registered vehicles and APK defects (CC0) · defect descriptions in the RDW's Dutch wording
In the United Kingdom
556 cars built in 2007 were licensed for the road at the end of 2025, and 167 more were declared off the road (SORN).
Department for Transport and DVLA, vehicle licensing statistics (table VEH0124, year of manufacture) · Open Government Licence v3.0
MOT test results in Great Britain
In 2023, 724 of these cars first registered in 2007 took their annual MOT test. 74% passed first time; among all cars first registered in 2007 the figure was 57%.
| Failed on | These cars | All cars from 2007 |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 11.3% | 20.6% |
| Tyres | 5.9% | 7.5% |
| Brakes | 5.5% | 11.9% |
| Suspension | 5.1% | 17.2% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 4.4% | 6.4% |
| Visibility | 3.0% | 7.0% |
DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, 2023 (Department for Transport) · Open Government Licence v3.0 · first tests only; a fix made at the test station within the hour still counts as a fail
In New Zealand
91 2007 cars are on the New Zealand register; 67% arrived as used imports, 27% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Recalls in Canada
2 Transport Canada recalls for the 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
| 2022487 31 Aug 2022 | Lights And Instruments Issue: On certain vehicles, covers were not installed over the horizontal headlamp adjusters. As a result, the headlamps may be adjusted horizontally. Canadia… |
| 2019290 12 Jun 2019 | Powertrain Issue: On certain vehicles, the transmission shifter could detach from the transmission. This could cause the transmission not to shift gears when the shifter… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
No recall campaigns cover the 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Porsche told its dealers about the 2007 Porsche Cayenne: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011666 | Parts information with parts withdrawal involving the hydro-mounting - 992199384F The affected vehicles are cars that use the part number mentioned. |
| 11011572 | Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the oil separator. The affected vehicles are cars that use part number 0PC115099A |
| 11011570 | Special tools and equipment information for the WiScope UV upgrade - affecting all Porsche models |
| 11011563 | Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.020 & .021. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port. |
| 11011561 | Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.017. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port. |
| 11011552 | Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the camera and control unit with the camera - PAD980551 & PAD980568C. The affected vehicles are cars that use the part numbers mentioned. |
| 11011200 | Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.016. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port. |
| 11011195 | Information on PIWIS tester update 43.000.010, .011 & .015. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models with an OBD2 port. |
| 11009877 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.048 |
| 11009862 | Special tools and equipment information for the mobile data signal strength in the workshop |
| 11008666 | Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche A40 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles. |
| 11008661 | Manufacturers certificate with an overview on approved Porsche C30 engine oils. See attached for list of affected vehicles. All MY04-20 |
| 11008658 | Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. Vehicles affected are cars that use part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY |
| 11008657 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.040. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port. |
| 11008637 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.032. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port. |
| 11008636 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.030. PIWIS tester updates applies to all Porsche models that have an OBD2 port. |
| 11008635 | Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the booster - 7PP035223M, 7PP035223AA, 99164548000. Vehicles affected are cars that use the part numbers listed. |
| 11008624 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.025 |
| 11008610 | Technical information for the installation of wire harness for roof power supply |
| 11008609 | Technical information for the mud flap on the Cayenne - MY03-10. 9PA and 9PA1 |
| 11008603 | Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the windscreen. The cars involved are cars that use the part numbers 992845011Q, 992845011AN, 992845011S, 992845011AM, 992845011BL, 992845011DB, 992845047DY, 992845047FY |
| 11008598 | Technical information on replacement of thermostat housing for the Cayenne |
| 11008486 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.021 |
| 11008479 | Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the chain tensioner - 0PB109507D |
| 11008476 | Information on PIWIS tester update 42.950.020 |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)