repaired · 2023 Q3
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. The air bag will not deploy during a crash if a front passenger is undetected, increasing the risk of injury.
2016 Porsche Macan TurboProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-131 the manufacturer reports only 74% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 27, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Air bags
1Seats
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2016 Porsche Macan Turbo recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q3
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Porsche.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Macan Turbo year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Macan Turbo median. How we score
'15'16'17'18'20
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2016 Porsche Macan Turbo safety ratings
2016 Porsche Macan Turbo SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What Macan Turbo owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact…
WHEN AN ADULT SITS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT ON TOP OF A NORMAL BED PILLOW NEEDED BECAUSE OF MEDICAL PROBLEMS, THE AIRBAG PROTECTION SYSTEM FOR THAT SEAT OCCUPANT TURNS OFF. I NOW HAVE TO SIT IN THE BACK SEAT SINCE I AM UNPROTECTED AS A RESULT OF FRONT AIRBAG DEACTIVATION DUE TO PILLOW USE IN THE…
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