Porsche Macan Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Porsche Macan has 10 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2015–2021; the most recent is 23V443000 (Jun 26, 2023) for seat belts, covering 2017–2020 models. The 2017 model year has the most, with 6.
Recall repairs are free at Porsche dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most Macan recalls involve fuel system (2), suspension (2) and air bags (1).
1 campaign carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning
- 21V224000 — suspension (2021): don't drive until repaired
Porsche Macan recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | suspension | 2021 Macan recalls |
| 2020 | 2 | seat belts, exterior lighting | 2020 Macan recalls |
| 2019 | 1 | seat belts | 2019 Macan recalls |
| 2018 | 5 | seat belts, air bags, fuel system | 2018 Macan recalls |
| 2017 | 6 | seat belts, air bags, fuel system | 2017 Macan recalls |
| 2016 | 1 | fuel system | 2016 Macan recalls |
| 2015 | 2 | fuel system, service brakes | 2015 Macan recalls |
Biggest Porsche Macan recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
Macan model years: 2020
Macan model years: 2015–2018
Macan model years: 2017
Macan model years: 2017–2018
Macan model years: 2017
All 10 Porsche Macan recalls (newest first)
Jun 26, 202323V443000Seat belts2017–2020
Component: Seat belts (rear/other, anchorage)
Macan model years: 2017–2020 · about 37 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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 anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
The risk: An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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 customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Aug 30, 202222V656000Exterior lighting2020
Component: Exterior lighting (headlights)
Macan model years: 2020 · about 222,858 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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 cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The 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.
The fix: 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 customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.
Mar 31, 202121V224000 DO NOT DRIVESuspension2021
Component: Suspension (rear, shock absorber)
Macan model years: 2021 · about 10 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Macan, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The screw connection on the shock absorbers of the front and rear axle might not be tightened properly.
The risk: A failed screw connection may cause damage to the braking system, driving instability, and the potential loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy has been performed. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connections, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA8.
Mar 3, 202121V131000Air bags2017–2018
Component: Air bags (sensor, occupant classification, front passenger)
Macan model years: 2017–2018 · about 39,547 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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.
The risk: The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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 service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA2.
Feb 12, 202020V077000Fuel system2015–2018
Component: Fuel system
Macan model years: 2015–2018 · about 70,117 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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.
The risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
Nov 28, 201818V844000Equipment2017–2018
Component: Equipment
Macan model years: 2017–2018 · about 142 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.
The risk: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: 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 for this recall is AJ12.
May 16, 201818V318000Electrical system2018
Component: Electrical system
Macan model years: 2018 · about 3 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: 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.
The risk: Failure of the control unit may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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's number for this recall is AJ05.
May 3, 201717V289000Fuel system2017
Component: Fuel system
Macan model years: 2017 · about 51,497 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Macan S and Macan Turbo vehicles, and 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the Performance Package, and Macan GTS vehicles. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH06.
Sep 20, 201616V680000Suspension2017
Component: Suspension (front)
Macan model years: 2017 · about 243 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2017 Macan, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the anti-rollbar connecting links may move out of position allowing the vehicle to oversteer in certain driving conditions.
The risk: Vehicle oversteer may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the front anti-rollbar links, free of charge. The recall began January 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG06.
Aug 1, 201414V470000Service brakes2015
Component: Service brakes
Macan model years: 2015 · about 7 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Macan vehicles manufactured March 6, 2014, to April 26, 2014. During manufacturing, the brake booster may have been damaged during installation.
The risk: If the brake booster was damaged during installation, the vacuum in the brake booster may drop when the brakes are actuated, resulting in a reduced brake force boost, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2014. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-545-8039. Porsche's number for this recall is AE02.
How to check if your Macan has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Porsche dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2021 Porsche Macan recall check.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Porsche Macan have?
10 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Porsche Macan across model years 2015–2021. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 10. The 2017 model year has the most, with 6.
What is the latest Porsche Macan recall?
23V443000, filed with NHTSA on Jun 26, 2023: seat belts (rear/other, anchorage), covering 2017–2020 Macan models. The fix is free at Porsche dealers.
What is the biggest Porsche Macan recall?
By vehicles covered, 22V656000 (Aug 30, 2022), a exterior lighting campaign covering about 222,858 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Macan.
How do I check if my Porsche Macan has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Porsche dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Porsche recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Porsche dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the PORSCHE MACAN, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.