2018 Porsche Macan S: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Porsche Macan S: 5 recalls, 1 owner complaint 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.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V318000 · 2018 · 3 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche macan s and macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that May fail and prevent safety-related functions such as driver display alerts and possibly impair drivability and post-crash functions.
Why it matters: Failure of the control unit May increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2018.
Equipment Vehicle recall #18V844000 · 2018 · 142 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019.
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.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #22V656000 · 2022 · 222,858 vehicles
What's wrong: Porsche cars north america, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche macan, cayenne, panamera, and cayman s, 2001-2004 boxster, boxster s, 2004 boxster 50 jahre spyder 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly…
Why it matters: Improperly adjusted headlights May not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022.
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, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Porsche Macan S has 1 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 6 Macan S model years for complaints (well below the 3 average). Neighboring years: 2017 (5 complaints, 4 recalls), 2019 (0 complaints, 1 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 2018 Porsche Macan S have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Porsche Macan S problems?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (1).
What gas mileage does the 2018 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 2018 Porsche Macan S repair manual?
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