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2017 PORSCHE Macan

6 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #20V077000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
The fuel pump service cover on your Macan is a critical part that helps prevent fuel leaks. In some 2015-2018 models, it might touch the fuel filter, causing cracks and potentially leading to a leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If fuel leaks and there's an ignition source, like a spark from an engine or a hot exhaust component, it could start a fire.
Free Fix
Your authorized Porsche dealer will inspect and repair or replace the fuel pump flange to prevent leaks, and apply a protective film to prevent future issues – all at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Original — 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, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA2.
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Critical #17V289000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel pump flange might crack, causing fuel to leak, which is a problem in your 2015-2017 Macan S, Macan Turbo, Macan, Macan Turbo with Performance Package, or Macan GTS.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel pump flange cracks and leaks, it could catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby, which could cause a serious accident.
Free Fix
Porsche will inspect the flange for free and replace it if it's cracked, or apply a protective film if it's fine. They'll contact you to schedule the repair, which is on the house.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
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.
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High Priority #23V443000 Plain English
Component

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle has a problem with the screws that hold the seat belt anchors in place on the outboard rear seats. This could cause the anchors to come loose, making it harder for the seat belts to work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt anchor comes loose during a crash, it could increase your risk of getting hurt because the seat belt might not be able to protect you as well.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is free! Your local dealership will replace and tighten the screws that hold the seat belt anchors, so everything is safe and secure.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — 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 customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
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High Priority #21V131000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your front passenger seat's sensor mat might break down over time and stop detecting a passenger in the front seat.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, the air bag won't deploy in a crash, which could increase the risk of injury to the front passenger.
Free Fix
Porsche will fix this for free by replacing the sensor mat and seat cushion. You should have already received a notification letter, but you can also contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243 with any questions or concerns.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — 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 service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA2.
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High Priority #16V680000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's front anti-rollbar links may not be properly secured, which could cause your vehicle to oversteer in certain driving conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you may lose control of your vehicle, leading to a higher risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Porsche will inspect and replace the front anti-rollbar links at no cost to you, and will notify you when the repair is ready.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Vehicle oversteer may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Under Review #18V844000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
What Happened
The ski bag in your vehicle is designed to secure your skis or snowboards during transport. In some affected 2017-2018 models, the strap that holds the ski bag in place could fail due to a manufacturing flaw, causing it to come loose.
Risk if Unfixed
If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it could be thrown around the vehicle and increase the risk of injury to you or other occupants.
Free Fix
Porsche will replace the ski bag with a secure one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair at a Porsche dealership as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Original — 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 for this recall is AJ12.
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