The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan S. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and then lost motive power, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
The worst 2017 Porsche Macan S problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags3
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Steering1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Airbags3
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Steering1
Recalls 4
Seat belts: rear/other: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.
- Risk
- An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- 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. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.
Recall number 23V443000 · Recall details
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA2.
Recall number 21V131000 · Recall details
Equipment
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.
Recall number 18V844000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Remedy
- Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1‑800‑767‑7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH06.
Recall number 17V289000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deployment, potentially causing serious or even fatal injury to vehicle occupants. See 2016 Blomquist Report at all frontal inflators using propellant 2004 that do not contain a "desiccant" (a substance that traps and holds moisture) in US vehicles are under recall. These "non-desiccated" inflators either have been or are required to be replaced.In some cases, the remedy part for these recalled inflators was, or will be, an inflator using either propellant 2004 or 2004L that does contain a desiccant. None of these "desiccated" remedy parts (which were installed in older model year vehicles) are currently under recall for a degradation concern. Certain subsets of desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004 for use as original equipment, however, have been recalled for a degradation concern. All Takata inflators produced with propellant 2004L contain desiccant, and none of these desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L are under recall for a degradation concern. There have been no reported field ruptures in any non-recalled desiccated PSAN inflators.It is understood that desiccants fully saturate at some threshold, at which point any additional moisture will not be captured. This means the degradation process observed in non-desiccated inflators using propellant 2004 may also occur in non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004, assuming additional moisture enters the inflator and high temperature cycling occurs. Based on available information, desiccant saturation can occur within the first five years in the worst environments, and the time required for full saturation is affected by multiple factors. While no present safety risk has been identified, further work is needed to evaluate the future risk of non-recalled desiccated inflators using propellant 2004.Three entities -- Takata (now known as TK Global), the Independent Testing Coalition, and Exponent -- have been studying the long-term behavior of Takata desiccated PSAN inflators using propellant 2004L (as well as 2004) in the presence of moisture and temperature cycling. The research efforts, which include development of predictive modeling techniques and field sample analysis, are ongoing. To date, none of the researchers have identified field evidence showing that propellant 2004L is undergoing a degradation process that leads to aggressive deployment and potential rupture. However, the time in service of such inflators remains short compared to that of the inflators using propellant 2004. Further study is needed to assess the long-term safety of desiccated inflators using propellant 2004L.The Office of Defects Investigation is opening this investigation to examine whether a safety defect related to propellant degradation exists in non-recalled desiccated PSAN frontal inflators manufactured by Takata. This investigation will require extensive information on Takata production processes and surveys of inflators in the field. Lists of recall actions that may have used desiccated PSAN inflators as remedy parts, as well as the makes and models originally manufactured with them, is available with the downloadable version of this document (see -- note this information is subject to change/revision as the investigation proceeds). This investigation does not supersede EA15-001, which remains open.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2017 Porsche Macan S 442
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Warranty Information: Warranty Extension for Transmission Electronics Control Unit (39/26)
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Advanced Technical Information for Paint Thickness or Decals Affecting Corner Radar Sensor Operation
- Parts Information for Parts Withdrawal
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche A40 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C30 Engine Oils
- Manufacturer's Certificate for Overview of Approved Porsche C20 Engine Oils
What 2017 Porsche Macan S owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan S. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V131000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan S. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V131000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer where an appointment was scheduled twice however, the contact was then informed that parts were not yet available. The appointments were then canceled. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified by email. The contact was unable to reach a representative by phone. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 porsche macan s. The contact stated that while at a standstill, the air bags warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer - porsche warrington (1607 easton rd, warrington, pa 18976 (215) 343-1600) where it was diagnosed with needing the sensor mat replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v133000 (air bags) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 porsche macan s. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel was loose and could only adjust to a certain level. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact also stated that the brakes squeaked. The vehicle was taken to porsche newport beach (445 pacific coast hwy, newport beach, ca 92660, 949‑287‑8699) where the technician diagnosed and replaced the lower steering column assembly and lubricated the brakes. Also, while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle beeped and the "no oil" message illuminated. The steering wheel failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and the contact was awaiting a call back. The vehicle was not taken back to the dealer for diagnostic testing and repairs. In addition, the contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v289000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 400.
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Questions about the 2017 Porsche Macan S
Is the 2017 Porsche Macan S reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2017 Porsche Macan S, close to a typical Macan S model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2017 Porsche Macan S?
Airbags, with 3 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 2017 Porsche Macan S have?
4 recalls, covering seat belts, air bags and equipment.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Porsche Macan S airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 21V131000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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