2017 Porsche Macan vs 2018 Porsche Macan
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Porsche Macan | 2018 Porsche Macan |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 34 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 579 | 564 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Porsche Macan | Porsche Macan |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 21 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 5 |
| Steering | 6 | 6 |
| Engine | 8 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2017 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.