Porsche is a German automaker producing high-performance, high-quality vehicles worldwide since 1931 and is often considered the gold standard in motor vehicles. The Porsche line includes cars, SUVs, and sedans. The manufacturer is known for exceptional quality and performance.

The name Porsche conjures up images of the very best vehicles on the road. Porsche has a reputation as a leading car manufacturer worldwide and many believe it is number one. Therefore, it’s quite surprising to find there have been reports online regarding various issues with their vehicles.

There are many reports on various forums and discussion boards stating various problems that have enthusiasts going crazy. We’ve gathered up and stated below some of the most common problems involving different models, both old and new.

Porsche Carrera

Broken Head Bolts

The Carrera 911’s exhaust studs are located in the cylinder heads and have a habit of breaking and must be replaced. This is caused by the head bolts being impaired repeatedly by heat coming from the engine’s exhaust system.

Coolant Leaks

This is a well-known problem caused by corrosion. Many owners have reported coolant leaks in the lower half of the expansion tank on older models.

Engine Defects

Engine defects are a significant problem in models produced between 1990 and 2004. One Carrera owner said they experienced a catastrophic engine failure caused by the timing chain coming off and destroying the entire engine which had to be replaced. In 2005, the Carrera 911 was overhauled in order to correct this problem.

Porsche Boxster

Between 1997 and 2005, the Porsche Boxster had many reports of failure to the intermediate shaft bearing or IMS bearing. When the IMS bearing fails, it leaves metal debris throughout the engine which would need to be completely rebuilt or replaced entirely.

Unusual Tyre Wear

Some drivers have reported early or uneven tyre wear on Boxsters caused by misalignment. The tyres seem to appear worn on the inside and outside edges instead of straight across. This is an important sign that the car needs a wheel alignment.

Electric Roof Issues

There have been reports of intermittent faults with the electric roof. The roof seems to jam halfway up. The problem could be due to bad or degraded connections at a number of different points.

Porsche Cayenne

Owners have reported that Cayenne’s cooling system overheats and the plastic tubes melt and burst. This issue can be prevented by upgrading the pipes from plastic to aluminum.

Defective Airbags

Many drivers have said the airbag light flashes on and off for no apparent reason. This problem is caused by a defective connection under the driver’s seat but can be easily fixed when you take your car to a qualified mechanic.

Clicking and Beeping Sounds

The sounds come from under the dash of your car. The best option is to have this issue checked and repaired by a qualified mechanic.

Porsche Panamera

Porsche reported 14,571 recalls in China caused by defective camshaft adjusters. The recalled cars included several imported Panamera models produced from April 2009 to Sept 2011. On some models, the bolt on the camshaft adjusters became loose or broke. The only remedy is replacing the part.

Defective Radiator Pump

On several forums, many drivers reported a defective radiator pump. One driver said his 2012 Panamera’s radiator pump just quit after only driving 28,000 miles.

Unexpected Acceleration

Owners of the hybrid Panamera 3.6I and Panamera 3.0L said their vehicles accelerated unexpectedly. One driver said his car surged forward unexpectedly and then continued surging even after hitting the brakes.

Porsche Macan

Many owners of the Porsche Macan reported when shifting into reverse, the passenger side mirror would not point down to the curb. Instead, it would point skyward making it impossible to see along the passenger side of the car when backing up.

Issues With The Backup Camera

The backup camera has been reported by drivers to be totally out of focus which hinders instead of helping the driver back up into a parking space.

Problems WithThe Alarm System

On some models of the Porsche Macan, the alarm is extremely sensitive and would easily go off when parking. One driver said his alarm went off in response to another vehicle’s alarm going off nearby his own vehicle.

Leaks From The Rear Washer

Some owners have said dribbling would come from the rear window washer outlet. Leaving the car in hot weather conditions, the soapy liquid has been known to squirt out and dry on the back windscreen leaving a heavy messy mark.

Porsche Cayman

Many drivers of Porsche Cayman have reported an issue with a leaky or defective water pump. The pump makes a distracting sound and can only be fixed by replacing the part.

Clutch And Flywheelheel Replacement

Clutches in the Porsche Cayman are known to squeak and, along with the flywheel, will have to be replaced only after a few years. Some owners online said they were made aware of the problem after experiencing a strange rumbling sound when engaging and disengaging the clutch.

Conclusion

There is no doubt Porsche is considered one of the very finest cars on the road. But like all manufacturers, there will be problems that arise from time to time. Hopefully, this article will help you identify some issues that are found in various Porsche models.

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