NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Macan Turbo Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo 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 Turbo has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving it without an official NHTSA star rating or a computed Safety Index. This lack of data prevents a full safety assessment based on government impact evaluations. The model does, however, exhibit a notable recall and complaint burden. A single active recall campaign addresses a concern with the front suspension shock absorber. Furthermore, the record shows ten owner-reported complaints, covering incidents of crash, fire, and issues across various vehicle systems. This pattern of recalls and complaints warrants careful consideration.
The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to one federal recall campaign, 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 | 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 Turbo?
The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden, notably due to a park-outside suspension recall. This designation from NHTSA indicates an elevated risk level, beyond a typical service update. Ten owner complaints further contribute to this assessment, with three allegations of crash events and one fire allegation. These complaints are spread across multiple vehicle systems, including the Electrical System, Power Train, Service Brakes, Structure, and Engine, suggesting a lack of concentration in any single area of reported concern. No NHTSA crash-test data is available for the 2021 Macan Turbo, nor are there any tested sibling years to provide a comparative safety reference. Consequently, the federal safety profile for this model year rests solely on its recall and complaint record.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo have any recalls?
The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo carries one recall campaign targeting the front suspension shock absorber. NHTSA has designated this a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, the most serious consumer-action classification in the federal recall system, meaning owners are advised not to park the vehicle near structures until the remedy is completed. Shoppers and current owners should verify remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
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 Turbo?
Ten complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, including three involving a crash event and one involving fire. The most frequently cited components in these unverified consumer allegations are Unknown or Other, the Electrical System, the Power Train, Service Brakes, and Structure, each appearing in two reports, with the Engine cited once. These are allegations only and have not been independently verified.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo?
The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo received a significant recall concerning its front suspension, a critical safety component. For any used model, verification of this recall's completion via the official NHTSA lookup using the vehicle's VIN is essential, as unresolved park-outside recalls transfer with ownership.
- The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- A park-outside or do-not-drive recall is on record for the 2021 model year, targeting the front suspension shock absorber across the Macan lineup including the Turbo trim.
- Ten complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year include three crash-event allegations and one fire allegation, spanning the Electrical System, Power Train, Service Brakes, Structure, and Engine as reported components.
- No NHTSA-tested sibling years are available for cross-reference, making the VIN recall check at nhtsa.gov the single most actionable federal safety step for a prospective buyer of this vehicle.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo places
The 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Porsche Macan Turbo safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo 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 Turbo have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo, 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 Turbo?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Macan Turbo. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Porsche Macan Turbo 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.