NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche Macan S Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche Macan S has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Porsche Macan S has not been evaluated by NHTSA, leaving its federal safety profile incomplete. This model year carries no star ratings, and thus no Safety Index can be computed. The record does show a minimal recall and complaint burden: zero open recall campaigns are on file, alongside six owner-reported complaints. This absence of crash-test data means no federal crash-test verdict exists for the 2023 Macan S.
The 2023 Porsche Macan S was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns on file, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 6 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Porsche Macan S?
The 2023 Porsche Macan S has no recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. This absence of recalls, combined with a total of six owner complaints, places the vehicle in the Light burden band for recalls and complaints, the least intensive tier in the MotorCaliber framework. Three of these six complaints specifically mention the Forward Collision Avoidance system. The complaint record includes one reported crash and three reported injuries. These are unverified consumer allegations; no causal determination can be drawn from them. There are no crash-test results for this model year, nor are there tested sibling years in the NHTSA data to provide context. The Light recall and complaint burden band designation is an assessment of the administrative record only and does not reflect crash-test performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche Macan S have any recalls?
The 2023 Porsche Macan S has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no recall-related components to name, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this model year's recall record. Shoppers should still verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall filings can be added at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche Macan S?
Six unverified owner allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Porsche Macan S. The top reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance with three alleged incidents, followed by single allegations each touching the Engine, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, and Air Bags. These are unverified consumer reports, not established findings.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche Macan S?
Before purchasing a used 2023 Porsche Macan S, run the vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether any recall campaign has been opened after this record was compiled and whether the prior owner completed any required remedy.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2023 Porsche Macan S, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan S; however, shoppers should verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov because recalls can be filed after any record snapshot.
- Three of the six unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year allege issues with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, a safety-critical feature; these are consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects.
- The Light burden band assigned to the 2023 Porsche Macan S reflects only its recall and complaint volume and is not a crash-safety grade or a substitute for a tested vehicle's star rating.
FAQ2023 Porsche Macan S safety questions
Was the 2023 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 0 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche Macan S have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan S as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Porsche Macan S?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan S. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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 2023.
- 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.