2016 Porsche Macan vs 2018 Porsche Macan
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Porsche Macan | 2018 Porsche Macan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 560 | 560 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Porsche Macan | Porsche Macan |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 10 |
| Steering | 3 | 6 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2016 Porsche Macan
2018 Porsche Macan
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.