NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Macan S Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Macan S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 10 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Porsche Macan S has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, meaning it carries no federal star ratings and no computed Safety Index. This absence of data is not, in itself, an endorsement or a warning regarding its crashworthiness. However, the vehicle's record does indicate a Heavy recall and complaint burden band. This includes one active recall campaign that advises parking outside due to a potential safety defect. Additionally, NHTSA has received ten owner-reported complaints for the 2021 Macan S, detailing issues across its brakes, electrical system, powertrain, and structural components. This published record warrants close attention from any prospective buyer.
The 2021 Porsche Macan S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign including a park-outside directive, and falls in the Heavy recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 1 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 10 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Porsche Macan S?
The 2021 Porsche Macan S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving no star ratings to assess for occupant protection. However, a single recall campaign, designated "park outside" by NHTSA, addresses a shock absorber condition requiring owners to avoid enclosed parking until repairs are complete. This serious recall contributes significantly to the vehicle's "Heavy burden" classification within our Safety Index. Ten owner complaints further detail alleged issues across various systems, including brakes, structure, electrical, and powertrain. Three of these complaints report a crash event, and one alleges a fire. The "Heavy burden" designation for the Macan S signals the necessity of verifying recall remediation status for any individual vehicle.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Macan S have any recalls?
The 2021 Porsche Macan S carries one recall campaign targeting the front suspension shock absorber. NHTSA classified this campaign with a park-outside directive, meaning owners were instructed not to park the vehicle inside a structure until the remedy was completed. That park-outside classification signals an elevated urgency level within the recall 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 // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Porsche Macan S?
Ten complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche Macan S, covering Unknown or Other components, the Electrical System, Powertrain, Service Brakes, Structure, and Engine. Three of those reports allege a crash and one alleges a fire. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Macan S?
The 2021 Porsche Macan S presents a critical safety concern directly impacting ownership: a "park outside" recall campaign. Prospective buyers must verify the recall's remedy status via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov, as open recalls transfer with the vehicle.
- The 2021 Porsche Macan S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
- A park-outside recall was issued for the 2021 Macan S targeting the front suspension shock absorber, one of the more urgent recall classifications NHTSA assigns, and buyers must verify by VIN whether it has been completed.
- Ten unverified complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year span six component categories including Service Brakes and Structure, with three reports alleging a crash and one alleging fire.
- No sibling model years of the Macan S have been crash-tested by NHTSA in the years this guide covers, leaving no tested reference point within the same vehicle generation.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Porsche Macan S places
The 2021 Porsche Macan S qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Porsche Macan S safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Macan S crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 10 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Macan S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Porsche Macan S, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Porsche Macan S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Macan S. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Macan S 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.