NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Macan Gts
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
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.
NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Porsche Macan Gts, but it carries a park-outside or do-not-drive recall, which is the most serious class of safety campaign. Treat the recall status below as urgent and confirm your VIN with NHTSA.
- shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
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
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER21V224000
Risk: A failed screw connection may cause damage to the braking system, driving instability, and the potential loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy has been performed. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connections, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA8.
Reported 2021-03-31
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.