2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS has 0 complaints and 15 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report recalls related to air bag sensors, fuel system components, and equipment defects. There are no consumer complaints currently recorded for this vehicle.
The vehicle is subject to multiple recalls involving safety and fuel system components. These recalls cover air bag occupant classification sensors, fuel pump flanges, and equipment issues such as ski bag fastening straps. Below is a summary of the recall details based on NHTSA data.
Recalls- Air bag occupant sensor. Recall 21V131000 affects 39,547 vehicles. The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat may fail to detect a passenger, preventing air bag deployment during a crash. Porsche will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion free of charge. Owner notifications were sent in October 2021.
- Fuel pump flange defect. Recall 17V289000 covers 51,497 vehicles. The fuel pump flange may crack and cause fuel leaks, which could ignite and cause fire. Dealers will inspect and replace cracked flanges or apply a protective film to intact parts at no cost. The recall began in July 2017.
- Ski bag fastening strap. Recall 18V844000 involves 142 vehicles. Incorrect thread sewing on the ski bag strap may cause it to tear and detach during a crash, increasing injury risk. Porsche will replace the ski bags free of charge. The recall started in January 2019.
- Passenger occupant sensor mat. Recall 17V133000 applies to 17,871 vehicles. The sensor mat may fail and deactivate the front passenger air bag, violating federal safety standards. Porsche will replace the sensor mat and cushion at no cost. The recall began June 2017.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues involving safety systems may have rights under state lemon laws. Consultation with a qualified attorney can help clarify potential remedies.
2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS Summary
2017
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
109057
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS
39547 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
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.
Risk: The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS
142 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
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 incorrect thread, possibly resulting in the strap seams tearing and the ski bag being unsecured in the event of a crash.
Risk: If the ski bag detaches during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS
17871 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
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."
Risk: 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.
2017 PORSCHE MACAN GTS
51497 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Complaints
No complaints found.