2016 Porsche Macan S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Porsche Macan S: 5 recalls, 5 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #15V717000 · 2015 · 21,835 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 macan s vehicles manufactured March 27, 2014, to October 27, 2015, and 2015-2016 macan turbo vehicles manufactured March 5, 2014, to October 27, 2015. The affected vehicles have a low pressure fuel line in the engine compartment that May leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved low pressure fuel line, free of charge. Parts are not currently available. Porsche mailed an interim notification to owners on November 9, 2015 and will mail a second notice when parts are available.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V133000 · 2017 · 17,871 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2016 macan s and macan turbo and 2017 macan gts vehicles. The passenger occupant detection sensor mat May fail in the front passenger seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2017.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #17V289000 · 2017 · 51,497 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #21V131000 · 2021 · 39,547 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #23V443000 · 2023 · 37 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Seat belts (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2016 Porsche Macan S has 5 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 6 Macan S model years for complaints (1.5× the average Macan S year). Complaints peaked in 2017 (1 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 90,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (8 complaints, 5 recalls), 2017 (5 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Porsche Macan S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2016 Porsche Macan S. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Porsche Macan S problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (3), electrical (2), steering (1).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Porsche Macan S get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (AM-S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Porsche Macan S repair manual?
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