2016 Porsche Macan
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2016
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 34 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 10 |
| 2025 | 9 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
10 of 24 total reports mention: air bags.
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My Porsche Service Center advised that the front passenger airbag sensor of my 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo is not functioning properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-06-26
Engine
4 of 24 total reports mention: engine.
Steering
3 of 24 total reports mention: steering.
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Vehicle speeds up and breaks uncontrollably.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-17
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Visibility/wiper
2 of 24 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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2016 Porsche Macan. Consumer writes in regards to defective windshield wipers. *ld the consumer stated the windshield wipers do not clear the windows properly. The manufacturer was notified and offered to discount the price of a new windshield.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-14
I was driving north on interstate 75 in atlanta. There was no overpass above me and, because it was the early afternoon, there were few cars/trucks around. There was no debris flying through the air or rocks being kicked up from the pavement.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-01
Vehicle speed control
2 of 24 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2020-04-10Fuel system, gasoline20V077000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Macan vehicles. The fuel pump service cover may contact the flow nozzle on the filter flange of the fuel pump, potentially causing cracks and a fuel leak.
Remedy: Porsche will rework or replace and apply a protective film to the fuel pump flange. in addition, the fuel pump flange will be inspected and replaced if cracks are present. The recall began April 10, 2020.
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2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Buy-smart checklist
2016 Porsche Macan — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V077000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2016 Porsche Macan reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Porsche Macan?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Porsche Macan have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.