Porsche Macan Recalls — All NHTSA Recall Campaigns

Q: How many recalls does the Porsche Macan have?

The Porsche Macan has 6 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA, spanning model years 2018 through 2018. Individual vehicles may be subject to fewer recalls depending on their specific model year and production date.

Q: Is my Macan under recall?

Whether your specific Macan is subject to a recall depends on your vehicle's exact VIN, not just the model year. A recall may apply to a specific production date range or certain build configurations. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov/recalls to see which, if any, open recalls apply to your exact vehicle.

Q: What is the most recalled Macan year?

Based on NHTSA recall data, the 2018 Porsche Macan has the most recall campaigns associated with it, with 6 campaigns. However, this reflects recall campaigns for that model year — not necessarily the number of defects in vehicles built that year.

6 recall campaigns on record across 1 model year of the Porsche Macan. Data sourced directly from NHTSA and updated daily.

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Recall Campaigns

161

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

1 affected model years17 crash-involved complaintsMost recalled year: 2018

Affected Model Years

20186R · 15C

R = recalls · C = complaints. Click a year to see the full problems report.

Recall Breakdown by Component Category

Electrical1 campaign (17%)

Airbag1 campaign (17%)

Other1 campaign (17%)

Engine1 campaign (17%)

Seat/Restraints1 campaign (17%)

Visibility/Lighting1 campaign (17%)

Most Common Owner Complaint Areas — Porsche Macan

AIR BAGS

SERVICE BRAKES

ENGINE

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

STEERING

POWER TRAIN

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

STRUCTURE:BODY

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Based on 161 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years. 5 injuries reported.

All Porsche Macan Recall Campaigns

#18V3180002018 Porsche MacanElectrical

Issued: Invalid Date

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Macan S and Macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that may fail and prevent safety-related functions such as driver display alerts and possibly impair drivability and post-crash functions.

Risk: Failure of the control unit may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche…

#21V1310002018 Porsche MacanAirbag

Issued: Mar 3, 2021

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Macan, Macan Turbo Kits, Macan GTS, 2015-2018 Macan S, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may degrade and fail to detect a passenger in the front seat.

Risk: The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer se…

#18V8440002018 Porsche MacanOther

Issued: Invalid Date

EQUIPMENT

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and…

Risk: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number…

#20V0770002018 Porsche MacanEngine

Issued: Dec 2, 2020

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.

Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2…

#23V4430002018 Porsche MacanSeat/Restraints

Issued: Invalid Date

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt a…

Risk: An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's c…

#22V6560002018 Porsche MacanVisibility/Lighting

Issued: Invalid Date

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that …

Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's cust…

Recalls by Component

1Engine Recalls

#20V077000MY 2018

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel …

1Airbag Recalls

#21V131000MY 2018

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Macan, Macan Turbo Kits, Macan GTS, 2015-2018 Macan S, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The front passenger seat…

1Electrical Recalls

#18V318000MY 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Macan S and Macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that may fail and prevent safety-relate…

Porsche Macan Recall — Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the Porsche Macan have?

The Porsche Macan has 6 recall campaigns in the NHTSA database, spanning model years 2018 through 2018.

Is my Macan under recall?

Recall applicability depends on your specific VIN — not just the model year. Some recalls cover only certain production date ranges or trim levels. Enter your 17-digit VIN at VinCheckEngine or NHTSA.gov for an exact answer.

What is the most recalled Macan year?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2018 Porsche Macan has the highest recall campaign count (6 campaigns). However, the total count of campaigns is not the same as the number of defects — some campaigns are issued as expansions of earlier recalls.

Does a Macan recall mean my car is unsafe to drive?

Not necessarily. Recalls range from critical safety hazards — where NHTSA advises against driving — to minor inconveniences like a label error. Check the consequence field of each recall to understand the severity. If your specific VIN is subject to an open recall, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Who pays for recall repairs on a Macan?

The manufacturer is legally required to pay for all recall repairs under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer, regardless of whether you are the original owner or whether the vehicle is out of warranty.

Check Your Specific Porsche Macan for Open Recalls

Model-level recall data tells you what campaigns exist. A VIN-specific check tells you exactly which ones apply to your vehicle — based on production date, serial number, and configuration.

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