2019 Porsche Macan
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2019: 21 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 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Exterior lighting
10 of 21 total reports mention: exterior lighting.
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Right headlight assembly (low beam) stops working properly. Running light and high beam works fine but not the low beam. Installed a replacement bought on ebay which worked for a few months but the same issue eventually reappeared.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-21
My 2019 Porsche Macan S driver side low beam lamp failed. As this vehicle is so advanced, it is failing to report headlamp failures.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-19
Passenger low beam led stopped functioning at 39k, with no warning light of it ceasing to function. Safety of passengers and driver were at risk. Went through diagnostics at dealership, diagnosed to need a complete headlight assembly replacement.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
Electrical system
4 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.
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I want to report a series of premature material and component failures on my 2019 Porsche Macan (under the VIN given in this claim). In September 2025, our vehicle suffered a complete internal LED headlight blowout.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-18
Also filed under Structure
The small portable air pump that came with the car would blow the fuse to the cigarette 12 v outlet on about every third or fourth use. This would happen each time after you put in a new 20AMP fuse.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-19
Wheels
2 of 21 total reports mention: wheels.
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I was going under 30 mph on a regular road. Avoiding a collision, one of the front wheels locked causing the vehicle to flip.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-27
Also filed under Service brakes and forward collision avoidance
Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Porsche Macan. While driving 60 MPH or more, the vehicle veered from side to side. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer and an alignment was performed because it was slightly off; however, the failure recurred.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-12
Structure
2 of 21 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Service brakes
2 of 21 total reports mention: service brakes.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2023-08-14Seat belts23V443000 Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243.
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Porsche Macan — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Exterior lighting: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V443000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2019 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 2019 Porsche Macan?
- The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 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.