What is the Driveshaft Carrier Bearing Failure problem on a 2007 Porsche Cayenne (955/957)?

Common Problems with the
2007–2010 Porsche Cayenne (955/957)

We've identified 1 known issue that can affect the 2007–2010 Porsche Cayenne (955/957). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

Known Issues

Serious

Moderate

Minor

The 2007–2010 period has 1 fewer issue than the Porsche Cayenne (955/957) average across all year periods.

All Known Issues

Driveshaft Carrier Bearing Failure

ModerateGearbox & Transmission

The centre support bearing on the cardan shaft fails, causing a thumping noise under the centre console. A near-certain failure point on all 955/957 models.

Most affected: All AWD models

Estimated cost: £300–£600Affects: 2003–2010Often appears around: 60k-100k miles

Typical symptoms

•Thumping under centre console
•Vibration during acceleration
•Clunking over speed bumps

What to inspect before you buy

✓Listen for thumping from centre of car
✓Inspect carrier bearing for play

Buying Tips for the 2007 Porsche Cayenne (955/957)

✓On 955 V8s, verify if the plastic coolant pipes have been upgraded to aluminium.
✓Listen for a "thumping" under the centre console, indicating a failed propshaft bearing.
✓Check the carpets for dampness; clogged drains can flood the ECU/wiring.

2003–2006 Porsche Cayenne (955/957)