The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V224000·Announced 2021-03-31

2021 Porsche Macan recalled for loose shock absorber screw connections

Certain 2021 Porsche Macan models have improperly tightened screw connections on shock absorbers, which could compromise braking and vehicle control. Porsche will repair the connections free of charge.

NHTSA safety advisory

Do not drive this vehicle

NHTSA advises owners to stop driving this vehicle until the recall repair has been completed.

This is the agency’s own advisory, not our assessment. Contact the manufacturer or a dealer, and see the official NHTSA notice for the current guidance.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a suspension component defect that could cause braking system failure and loss of vehicle control. However, no actual injuries, illnesses, or property damage have been reported, placing this at the high-risk level without demonstrated harm.

Plain-English summary

Porsche Cars North America is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Macan, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo vehicles due to improperly tightened screw connections on the shock absorbers of the front and rear axles.

The screw connections may not be properly tightened, which could cause damage to the braking system, driving instability, and potential loss of vehicle control. This increases the risk of a crash.

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the defect is remedied. Porsche will notify owners and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connections free of charge. Affected owners can contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243, or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PORSCHE MACAN
Brand
PORSCHE
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Suspension - Shock Absorber
Hazard
Affected units
10

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • MACAN

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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