NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Porsche Macan Safety Record
The 2021 Porsche Macan 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 has not been subjected to federal crash testing, and thus carries no NHTSA star ratings or computed Safety Index. However, its administrative record indicates a Heavy recall and complaint burden. One active recall campaign has been issued, which includes a park-outside directive. Owner complaints total ten, encompassing reports of crashes, an alleged fire, and multiple system failures. While crash performance remains unassessed by federal data, this significant safety-related administrative history merits careful consideration by potential buyers.
The 2021 Porsche Macan was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to one recall campaign including a park-outside directive, 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?
A park-outside recall on the front shock absorber is the most serious finding in the 2021 Porsche Macan's safety profile. This directive indicates regulators and the manufacturer judge the suspension defect to be severe enough to warn owners against parking in enclosed structures. Such a caution is rare among recall campaigns. The Macan's ten owner complaints are also spread across five distinct vehicle systems: Electrical System, Power Train, Service Brakes, Structure, and Engine. This distribution suggests reported issues are not isolated to one component. Within these complaints, three alleged crashes and one alleged fire are noted. No NHTSA crash-test data is available for the 2021 Macan.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Porsche Macan have any recalls?
The 2021 Porsche Macan carries one NHTSA recall campaign targeting the front suspension shock absorber. Porsche Cars North America issued a park-outside directive alongside this campaign, meaning affected owners were instructed not to park the vehicle inside an enclosed structure until the remedy was applied. That park-outside classification places this recall among the more serious categories in the federal system.
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?
Ten complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2021 Porsche Macan. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently reported components are Unknown Or Other, the Electrical System, the Power Train, Service Brakes, and Structure, each drawing multiple reports. Three complaints allege a crash occurred and one alleges a fire. No injuries or deaths are recorded in the complaint data.
10 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Porsche Macan?
A significant safety concern for the 2021 Porsche Macan involves a park-outside recall for its shock absorbers. Prospective owners should verify the vehicle's recall status using its VIN on nhtsa.gov, as the remedy's completion depends on prior owner action.
- The 2021 Porsche Macan has no NHTSA crash-test stars or Safety Index for this model year, meaning federal crash-performance data does not exist to evaluate.
- A park-outside recall targeting the front suspension shock absorber is on record for this model year, one of the more serious recall classifications in the NHTSA system.
- Ten unverified complaints span five system categories including Service Brakes, Power Train, Electrical System, and Structure, with three alleging a crash and one alleging a fire.
- Prospective buyers should verify by VIN at nhtsa.gov whether the shock absorber recall remedy has been completed on any specific 2021 Macan they are considering.
RANKINGSWhere the 2021 Porsche Macan places
The 2021 Porsche Macan qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2021 Porsche Macan safety questions
Was the 2021 Porsche Macan 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 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Porsche Macan, 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?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 10 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Porsche Macan. 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 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.