Problems with the timing chain on Porsche: affected models and engines
In 4 models from Porsche there are 3 documented faults with the timing chain. The most important: timing chain stretch on the Cayenne VR6 V6 engines, timing chain and tensioner wear on the 4.8 V8 and timing chain stretch and tensioner wear.
Documented faults, from most to least important
Severity × frequency. Below each one, the Porsche models it appears in.
In Cayenne I and Cayenne II
In Cayenne I, Cayenne II and Panamera I
In Cayenne II, Macan I and Panamera I
By Porsche model
Open yours to see only the faults that affect it, by engine and by year.
Engines and gearboxes involved
Frequently asked questions
What faults with the timing chain do Porsche cars have?
In 4 models from Porsche there are 3 documented faults with the timing chain. The most important: timing chain stretch on the Cayenne VR6 V6 engines, timing chain and tensioner wear on the 4.8 V8 and timing chain stretch and tensioner wear. Each fault has its own page with the affected years and versions, the symptoms and the repair cost.
Which Porsche models have the most problems with the timing chain?
Porsche Cayenne II (3 faults), Porsche Cayenne I (2 faults), Porsche Panamera I (2 faults) and Porsche Macan I (1 fault).
Which Porsche engines have faults with the timing chain?
Porsche V8 and V6 (Cayenne and Panamera) (2 faults) and 3.0 TDI V6 (1 fault).