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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2020 Porsche Macan Gts

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

2Recalls
23Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE PORSCHE MACAN GTS

The Porsche Macan GTS is a performance-tuned variant of Porsche's compact luxury SUV, slotting above the base Macan S and targeting driving enthusiasts who want genuine sports-car feel from a practical five-door package. Aimed at buyers who prioritize engagement and prestige in equal measure, the GTS trim brings sharper suspension tuning and a more aggressive character to one of the most driver-focused compact crossovers on the market.

VERDICT

The 2020 Porsche Macan Gts has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 23 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Macan GTS for its sharp, genuinely involving driving dynamics and its well-crafted, upscale interior materials and finish. Most consider it a class benchmark for driver engagement in the compact luxury SUV segment. Some note that rear-seat space and cargo room feel modest relative to competitors, and a few point to the infotainment layout as a trade-off for the driver-focused cockpit design.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE23V443000

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.

Reported 2023-06-26

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS22V656000

Risk: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

Reported 2022-08-30

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

23 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
1reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsExterior Lighting 10Electrical System 6Back Over Prevention 2Service Brakes 2Air Bags 2Fuel/Propulsion System 1

Other Macan Gts years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Porsche Macan Gts 2020. Methodology · Disclosure