Credov's researched list of the 2 faults the Porsche Cayenne is known for (2008–2018), 1 of them serious or costly. Each one says what to look for when you check the car, so you can spot it before you buy. Not every car has these faults: they are the ones worth checking on this model.
What to look for: Look along the top of the dash and windscreen base for lifted, wrinkled or bubbled leather.
Why it matters: Owners report Porsche has only replaced the dash at the owner's cost, and a misaligned airbag cut-out can be a safety concern as well as a costly trim repair.
What to look for: Look at the back of each headlight for the small cap over the aim screw, and check both low beams sit level.
Why it matters: Regulator recall record: the caps covering the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted, on certain 2003-2020 Macan, Cayenne, Panamera and Cayman S. Minor, but headlight aim is a WOF check item and the model coverage is broad.
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On top of the faults above, every Credov inspection covers the basics: fuel smell, leaks or filler rust, engine oil leaks, power steering fluid leak, drive belt cracks or squeal, rust underneath: chassis and mounts, engine mounts, engine oil level and colour, coolant level, colour and leaks, head gasket failure signs, cold start: rattle, knock or smoke, rough or hunting idle, engine running hot on gauge, gearbox or diff oil leak, swapped gearbox without lvv and more.
Researched by Credov from manufacturer recalls and service bulletins, owner reports and workshop sources. Repair prices are typical ranges, not quotes. See also fault codes and repair costs.