NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche Macan T Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche Macan T 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 T enters the market without the full complement of federal safety assessments. NHTSA has not performed crash tests on this model, leaving it without an official star rating or a computed Safety Index. While the recall and complaint record is notably sparse, with zero recalls and only six owner complaints on file, this information alone is insufficient to draw conclusions about the vehicle's crashworthiness. The absence of specific crash-test data means that any inference of safety or danger, based on federal testing, remains unsubstantiated.
The 2023 Porsche Macan T was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to federal 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 T?
The 2023 Porsche Macan T enters the market with a notable absence of federal recalls, indicating no manufacturer-acknowledged safety defects have triggered a recall campaign for this model year. This places it in the Light burden band, a classification further supported by a modest total of six owner complaints filed with the federal database. Half of these complaints, three of six, specifically concern the Forward Collision Avoidance system. These submissions include allegations of one crash and three injuries. While these remain unverified allegations, the concentration of owner concern on a single active-safety system warrants attention. NHTSA has not published crash-test data for the 2023 Macan T, nor are there any tested sibling years for this specific variant on record to provide structural context.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche Macan T have any recalls?
The 2023 Porsche Macan T has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no active recall notices, no park-outside advisories, and no do-not-drive directives associated with this model year in the federal database. Shoppers should still verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche Macan T?
Six complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2023 Macan T. The top reported components are Forward Collision Avoidance, cited in three separate submissions, followed by single allegations touching the Engine, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, and Air Bags. All are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche Macan T?
Before purchasing a used 2023 Porsche Macan T, run the vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recall has been issued after the vehicle's original sale. Recall completion status varies by individual vehicle history.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 Porsche Macan T, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 Macan T in the NHTSA database, placing it in the Light burden band for this model year.
- Three of the six complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year target the Forward Collision Avoidance system, with those submissions collectively noting one reported crash and three alleged injuries. All are unverified consumer allegations.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov, as recall records are updated continuously and a vehicle-specific open recall could exist even when the model-year count reads zero.
FAQ2023 Porsche Macan T safety questions
Was the 2023 Porsche Macan T 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 T have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan T 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 T?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan T. 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.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Macan T 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.