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US recalls (1)
Do not driveSuspension: rear, shock absorber
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (2)
Show 2 Canadian recalls
Seats and restraints
2023-06-27 · campaign 2023-361 · 4 vehicles
Issue:
On a small number of vehicles, the rear outboard seat belt anchor bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the rear outboard seat belts could loosen or detach in a crash.
Safety Risk:
A seat belt that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Porsche will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the left and right rear seat belt anchor bolts.
Lights and instruments
2022-08-31 · campaign 2022-487
Issue:
On certain vehicles, covers were not installed over the horizontal headlamp adjusters. As a result, the headlamps may be adjusted horizontally. Canadian regulations do not allow for horizontal headlamp adjustment unless the vehicle is equipped with a built-in aiming device.
Safety Risk:
Headlamps that are not properly adjusted could cause reduced visibility or glare for oncoming drivers, and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Porsche will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install caps over the headlamp adjustment screws.
Owner complaints (12)
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Porsche Macan (4 crashes, 1 fires reported). Among 11 model years of this model, it ranks #7 for the most complaints (median 21).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Service brakes | 4 | |
| Power train | 3 | |
| Unknown or other | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Air bags | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Electrical system | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2021 Porsche Macan.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2021 Porsche Macan SUV AWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2021 Porsche Macan version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Macan 2.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,900 |
| Macan GTS 2.9 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 | 22 | 19 | $4,350 |
| Macan S 3.0 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 18 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Macan Turbo 2.9 L Automatic (AM-S7) | 17 | 21 | 19 | $4,350 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-29.