2017 Porsche Macan Recalls & Known Issues
Check recalls and known issues for the 2017 Porsche Macan. Safety information and reliability rating.
Reliability Overview
averageThe 2017 Porsche Macan offers strong driving dynamics but has several costly potential failure points, particularly the transfer case, cooling system, timing components, and optional air suspension. A complete recall check by VIN and thorough inspection of drivetrain shudder, oil or coolant leaks, and maintenance history are especially important.
Open Recalls (3)
Air Bags
The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may degrade and fail to correctly detect an occupant, potentially affecting air-bag deployment.
Campaign: 17V133 | Reported: 2017-03-02
Fuel System, Gasoline
The fuel-pump filter flange may develop hairline cracks, allowing fuel to leak and increasing the risk of fire.
Campaign: 17V289 | Reported: 2017-05-03
Seat Belts
The lower rear outboard seat-belt anchor screw may not have been tightened properly and could detach during a crash.
Campaign: 23V443 | Reported: 2023-06-08
Known Issues
Transfer-case shudder, binding, or jerking during low-speed turns
Typical mileage: 40,000-90,000
$3,000 - $7,000
PDK hesitation, rough engagement, or low-speed shudder
Typical mileage: 30,000-100,000
$500 - $4,000
Coolant transfer pipe or vent pipe leak under the intake manifold
Typical mileage: 50,000-100,000
$1,500 - $3,500
Timing-chain cover, rear-main-seal, or other engine oil leaks
Typical mileage: 50,000-120,000
$1,000 - $5,000
Timing-chain tensioner failure
Typical mileage: 60,000-120,000
$3,000 - $6,000
Adaptive air-suspension strut or compressor failure
Typical mileage: 60,000-120,000
$1,800 - $7,000
Blower motor, climate-control panel, or temperature-regulation failure
Typical mileage: 40,000-100,000
$300 - $1,500
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