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SevereNHTSA·23V443000·Announced 2023-06-26

Porsche Recalls Macan and Panamera Models for Seat Belt Anchor Defect

Porsche is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan and Panamera models because a rear seat belt anchor screw may not be tightened properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (seat belt anchor) that can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. 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 recall addresses a defect where the screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.

An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, which increases the risk of injury to occupants. This defect affects the structural integrity of the rear seat belt system in the specified vehicle models.

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 for more information. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.

The recalled product

Product
PORSCHE MACAN S, MACAN, MACAN TURBO, PANAMERA TURBO
Brand
PORSCHE
Manufacturer
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Seat Belt System
Hazard
Affected units
37

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 (8)

  • MACAN S
  • MACAN
  • MACAN TURBO
  • PANAMERA TURBO
  • PANAMERA 4
  • PANAMERA 4 E-HYBRID
  • PANAMERA 4 SPORT TURISMO
  • MACAN SPORT EDITION

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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