2023 PORSCHE MACAN
0 recalls, 9 complaints - 140 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
9 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 14, 2025
Incident date: Jan 15, 2025
Condensation has appeared in the driver side headlight. It has caused the headlight and blinker to stop working. In addition, several warning lights have appeared on the dash indicating the following operations are no longer working.... Driver Attention Warning System, Forward Safety System, Lane Ch... Read more
ENGINE
May 17, 2025
Incident date: Apr 10, 2023
Since I bought the truck, it has had transmission problems. The truck will violently jerk forward between Park - 1st - 2nd gears (up and down) pretty frequently. The dealership denied being able to recreate the issue and nothing was wrong. After dropping the vehicle off a few times, the dealer servi... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Oct 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 27, 2024
The replaced dashboard ( the first dashboard was replaced due to a recall about melting dashboards) is now melting just like the first one and is causing significant glare in on the windshield. Avoided two (2) near accidents when the glare from the sun impaired my vision of the traffic in front of m... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 26, 2024
Incident date: Sep 27, 2024
At my 100k mile inspection it was noted that an engine mount is leaking. With a repair cost in the multiple thousands I checked online and have found this to be an extremely common occurrence with possible disastrous implications.
ENGINE
Oct 24, 2024
Incident date: Oct 20, 2024
I was driving east from Austin, Tx on [XXX], and as I approached a major intersection in Elgin, Tx., a warning light appeared on my dashboard that said "hybrid system failure: pull over safely". I was able to pull over into the left turn lane and then was barely able to make it over a curb and o... Read more
SEATS
Oct 24, 2024
Incident date: Oct 20, 2024
While driving, the safety mechanism on my driver's seat headrest malfunctioned and launched forward. I was distracted for a minute after while I tried to figure out what just happened. At first I thought someone rear ended me until I saw there was no one behind me. I saw what happened to the headres... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jan 25, 2024
Incident date: Jan 17, 2024
I recently got this vehicle and only has 26k miles on it. I have always been a good driver and have taken care of this vehicle, but this vehicle has brought too much stress in my life recently. Keeps breaking down, and i have to repeatedly go to the service center. My value for time is gone. The s... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 9, 2023
Incident date: Dec 8, 2023
Started 2-3 months ago and is progressively getting worse. Battery drop from charged down to 2% randomly. Battery would drop 1% every 3 seconds. During highway drive it would cancel out cruise control and/or limited power down to 30mph. Which almost caused accident for the sudden loss of power. ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 9, 2023
Incident date: Dec 8, 2023
Started 2-3 months ago and is progressively getting worse. Battery drop from charged down to 2% randomly. Battery would drop 1% every 3 seconds. During highway drive it would cancel out cruise control and/or limited power down to 30mph. Which almost caused accident for the sudden loss of power. ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 PORSCHE MACAN
2023 Porsche Macan SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2023 PORSCHE MACAN
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (AM-S7) (All-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Premium | $3,650 |
CO2 Emissions: 424.0 g/mile (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 PORSCHE MACAN
140 manufacturer communications from 107 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 38 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 25 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 13 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 13 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 5 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION | 4 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 4 |
No. 120-19-1
Apr 30, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Symptom based workshop manual for a noise symptom - rattling noises from engine compartment. Checking balance shaft bracing wheel and replacing if necessary - 95B
No. 120-19-1
Apr 30, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Symptom based workshop manual for a noise symptom - rattling noises from engine compartment. Checking balance shaft bracing wheel and replacing if necessary - 95B
No. 22-13
Apr 23, 2024
220000 SEATS
Technical information on a complaint - seat cover wrinkled
No. D677
Apr 14, 2024
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the brake pads - 992698151F
No. 195-21
Apr 8, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical information for the rear seat belt earning implausible - no phonebook scroll function available. Check and update instrument cluster if necessary
No. 20-24
Mar 29, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Technical information for an assessment of cracks on elastomer bearings on the front and rear axles.
No. 2411
Mar 29, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan - engine runs rough after refueling
No. 05-24
Mar 25, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils
No. 2328.1
Mar 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan and Cayenne - front window motor without function
No. 2328.1
Mar 18, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan and Cayenne - front window motor without function
No. 2328.1
Mar 18, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan and Cayenne - front window motor without function
No. 2307.1
Mar 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for the display of "coolant temperature too high"
No. 36-17
Mar 7, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Symptom-based workshop manual for the interior of the vehicle - auxiliary heater does not function. Retrofitting heat protection mat.
No. 2406
Feb 22, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the mobile phone inductive charger information
No. 176-23
Feb 9, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical information on WPR1 - replacing transfer box
PIWIS2401j
Feb 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.020
PIWIS2401j
Feb 9, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.500.020
No. 2403
Feb 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Porsche connect manual login requires user input
No. 2403
Feb 9, 2024
353630 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI
Porsche connect manual login requires user input
WPR1
Feb 8, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
Porsche intranet posting with information on workshop campaign WPR1 - Replace transfer box
No. 163-23
Jan 5, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Symptom based workshop manual for a transmission symptom - oil leakage on transfer box
No. 19-20
Jan 5, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Installation and conversion instructions for the PCM - nav update
No. 191-23
Dec 14, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Technical information for cracking on b-pillar cover of front and rear doors - replacing b-pillar cover
No. 191-23
Dec 14, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical information for cracking on b-pillar cover of front and rear doors - replacing b-pillar cover
No. 102-17
Dec 4, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Symptom-based workshop manual for the body exterior. drains on rear panoramic roof blocked - checking water drain hoses, cleaning, and replacing drain sleeves
No. 102-17
Dec 4, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Symptom-based workshop manual for the body exterior. drains on rear panoramic roof blocked - checking water drain hoses, cleaning, and replacing drain sleeves
No. 102-17
Dec 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Symptom-based workshop manual for the body exterior. drains on rear panoramic roof blocked - checking water drain hoses, cleaning, and replacing drain sleeves
No. 2331.1
Dec 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the VTS remote services fail due to false 3G
No. 2331
Nov 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the VTS remote services fail due to false 3G
PIWIS2302s
Nov 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.050 & .052
No. 19-21
Nov 15, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Installation and conversion instructions for the GT3 RS
WPN4
Nov 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Porsche intranet posting with information on WPN4 workshop campaign - reprogramming part assist control unit
No. 38-23
Nov 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C40 engine oils
No. 37-23
Nov 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C30 engine oils
No. 36-23
Nov 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Instructions on manufactures certificate for approved Porsche C20 engine oils
No. 125-22
Nov 13, 2023
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Technical information for the glass sunroof - does not open
No. 125-22
Nov 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical information for the glass sunroof - does not open
PIWIS2302r
Nov 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.040 & .041
PIWIS2302q
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.035
PIWIS2302p
Nov 3, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.300.030 - .032
No. D654
Nov 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the glass roof - 9J0877069EY and 9J0877069DY
No. 2330
Oct 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the permanent diagnostic trouble codes
No. 2328
Oct 19, 2023
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Installation and conversion instructions for the Macan and Cayenne - front window motor without function
No. 2328
Oct 19, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Installation and conversion instructions for the Macan and Cayenne - front window motor without function
No. 2328
Oct 19, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Installation and conversion instructions for the Macan and Cayenne - front window motor without function
No. 2317.1
Oct 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan - check engine light with DME fault code.
No. 2317.1
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instructions on advanced technical information for the Macan - check engine light with DME fault code.
No. 23-23
Oct 10, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Instructions on the manufacturers certificate for approved wheels and tires.
PIWIS2302h
Oct 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Special tools and equipment information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.050
PIWIS2302g
Sep 29, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.045
PIWIS2302f
Sep 25, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.042
PIWIS2302e
Sep 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information PIWIS tester update 42.250.040
PIWIS2302d
Sep 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.032
PIWIS2302C
Sep 14, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.250.030
PIWIS2302b
Sep 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.025
PIWIS2302a
Sep 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.020 & .022
No. 102-23
Sep 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical information for WPJ6 - recoding loudspeaker amplifier
No. 2314
Sep 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Special tools and equipment information for all Porsche models. Diagnostic equipment standards.
No. 68-21-3
Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Symptom-based workshop manual for a rattling noise from the rear area of the exhaust system.
PIWIS2301az
Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Information on PIWIS tester update 42.200.000 a?? 42.200.012
No. 21-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche C30 engine oils.
No. 22-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche C40 engine oils.
No. 20-23
Sep 5, 2023
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Manufacturers certificate for an overview of approved Porsche C20 engine oils.
No. 2313
Sep 1, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Special tools and equipment information for the Pico Oscilloscope Extended Functionality
No. D5
Aug 29, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
No. D5
Aug 29, 2023
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
Parts information for parts withdrawal on the locks made to original key code
No. D647
Aug 25, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Parts information on parts withdrawal for the oil pump
No. D647
Aug 25, 2023
061510 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP
Parts information on parts withdrawal for the oil pump
No. 2317
Aug 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Information on advanced technical information for the Macan. Check engine light with DME fault code.
No. 16-22
Aug 11, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Installation and conversion instructions for the front and rear camera on the Macan.
No. 16-22
Aug 11, 2023
284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Installation and conversion instructions for the front and rear camera on the Macan.
No. 16-22
Aug 11, 2023
264100 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Installation and conversion instructions for the front and rear camera on the Macan.
No. 16-22
Aug 11, 2023
275100 LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Installation and conversion instructions for the front and rear camera on the Macan.
No. 16-22
Aug 11, 2023
118320 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR
Installation and conversion instructions for the front and rear camera on the Macan.
No. 16-22
Aug 11, 2023
118350 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:REAR OCCUPANT ALERT (ROA):CAMERA/SENSOR
Installation and conversion instructions for the front and rear camera on the Macan.
No. 10-23
Aug 4, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Instructions on manufacturers certificate for approved Porsche C30 engine oils.
No. 14-23
Jul 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturers certificate for allocation of approved engine oils
No. 99-23-1
Jul 27, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
Technical information for APA9 - replace screw connection for seat belt mount at rear left and/or right
PIWIS2301as
Jul 25, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.100.000, .010 & .011
PIWIS2301ar
Jul 14, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Information for PIWIS tester updates 42.000.050 & .051
No. 180-18-3
Jul 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Technical information for a complaint involving the cylinder head cover near the injector holes leaking.
No. 180-18-3
Jul 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical information for a complaint involving the cylinder head cover near the injector holes leaking.
PIWIS2301aq
Jul 12, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.048
PIWIS2301ap
Jul 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.040
PIWIS2301ao
Jul 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 42.000.035
No. 7-23
Jun 29, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Installation and conversion instructions for the door entry guard on the Macan - MY22-23
No. 7-23
Jun 29, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Installation and conversion instructions for the door entry guard on the Macan - MY22-23
No. 2311
Jun 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools information on an upgrade to the pushers for the VAS5237
No. 45-23
Jun 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Symptom-based workshop manual for the Macan. Outer body symptom, creaking in rear end: loosen and tighten rear axle housing screw connections
No. 56-23
Jun 2, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Symptom - based workshop manual for the spray pattern of windshield washer system uneven.
No. 56-23
Jun 2, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Symptom - based workshop manual for the spray pattern of windshield washer system uneven.
No. 2307-1
Apr 24, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Special tools and information on the sealing ring extractor
No. 2306
Mar 23, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Advanced technical information for the Macan - In-Line 4 Cylinder Engine-DME Fault P25AC00/00426A
No. D4a
Mar 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Product knowledge for the Porsche evolution from 1948-2023.
No. 122-20
Mar 9, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Technical information on a complaint - brake noise
PIWIS2301k
Feb 27, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Information for PIWIS tester update 41.750.045 & .046
No. 09-23
Feb 27, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturers certificate for approved engine oils for MY23.
No. 06-23
Feb 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical information for a complaint - comfort entry does not function - recoding instrument cluster
No. 2303
Feb 14, 2023
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Special tools information for the pneumatic cartridge gun.
No. D624.1
Feb 10, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the fuel filler flap and bearing shell.
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PORSCHE MACAN - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PORSCHE MACAN across all model years (2015, 2021).
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Total Recalls
288
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
16
Reported Crashes
9
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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