2017 Porsche Macan S Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2017 Porsche Macan S has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (3 reports).

4Recalls
5Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2017 Porsche Macan S recalls

Rear seat belt anchor may detach in a crash

Recall 23V443Jun 26, 202337 vehicles affected

A screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly at the factory.

Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash

Recall 21V131Mar 3, 202139,547 vehicles affected

The front passenger seat's occupancy sensor mat can degrade over time and fail to detect an occupant sitting in the seat.

Ski bag strap may tear and detach in a crash

Recall 18V844Nov 28, 2018142 vehicles affected

Certain Porsche vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag may have had the ski bag fastening strap sewn with incorrect thread.

Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk

Recall 17V289May 3, 201751,497 vehicles affected

The fuel pump flange on certain vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak out of the fuel system.

Most common 2017 Porsche Macan S problems

Problem areas named in the 5 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags3
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Service Brakes1
Steering1
Engine1

What owners report

2025-05-02, Engine
The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan S. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and then lost motive power, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
2022-01-19, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V131000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2022-01-11, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V131000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer where an appointment was scheduled twice however, the contact was then informed that parts were not yet available. The appointments were then canceled. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified by email. The contact was unable to reach a representative by phone. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2021-01-22, Air Bags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 PORSCHE MACAN S. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STANDSTILL, THE AIR BAGS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER - PORSCHE WARRINGTON (1607 EASTON RD, WARRINGTON, PA 18976 (215) 343-1600) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING THE SENSOR MAT REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE CONTACT ASSOCIATED THE FAILURE WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V133000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 57,000.
2018-07-13, Fuel System, Gasoline
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 PORSCHE MACAN S. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOOSE AND COULD ONLY ADJUST TO A CERTAIN LEVEL. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE BRAKES SQUEAKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PORSCHE NEWPORT BEACH (445 PACIFIC COAST HWY, NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660, 949-287-8699) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED AND REPLACED THE LOWER STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY AND LUBRICATED THE BRAKES. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE BEEPED AND THE "NO OIL" MESSAGE ILLUMINATED. THE STEERING WHEEL FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURES AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING A CALL BACK. THE VEHICLE WAS N

2017 Porsche Macan S questions

Does the 2017 Porsche Macan S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Porsche Macan S: Rear seat belt anchor may detach in a crash; Passenger Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Ski bag strap may tear and detach in a crash; Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Porsche Macan S?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (3), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Service Brakes (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 Porsche Macan S has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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