NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Porsche Macan Safety Record
The 2023 Porsche Macan 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 has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving it without an official NHTSA star rating or a computed Safety Index. This absence of data means its crashworthiness cannot be assessed through federal performance metrics. The available record indicates a minimal burden from owner-reported issues, with six complaints and zero recalls on file.
The 2023 Porsche Macan was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, 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?
Zero recalls contribute to the 2023 Porsche Macan's placement in the Light burden band, a classification that primarily reflects administrative data rather than physical crash performance. The limited complaint volume of six unverified reports stands out due to a notable concentration: half of these submissions cite issues with the forward collision avoidance system, including one reported crash and associated injuries. Individual complaints also emerged for the engine, vehicle speed control, service brakes, and air bags. With no NHTSA crash-test results available for this model year, nor for any tested sibling years, the Light band assessment remains the sole federal-data indicator for the 2023 Macan.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Porsche Macan have any recalls?
The 2023 Porsche Macan has zero recalls on file with NHTSA. No recall campaigns have been opened for this model year, meaning there are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive notices, and no remedy actions currently associated with it through the federal recall system.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Porsche Macan?
Six owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Porsche Macan. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top components alleged are Forward Collision Avoidance with three reports, followed by single reports each touching the Engine, Vehicle Speed Control, Service Brakes, and Air Bags. One reported crash and three reported injuries appear in the complaint file.
6 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Porsche Macan?
Before purchasing a used 2023 Porsche Macan, run the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm whether any recall has been opened after this record was compiled and whether any remedy work has been completed.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2023 Porsche Macan, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- Zero recalls are on file for the 2023 model year, meaning no federal remedy campaigns have been issued for this vehicle through the NHTSA recall system.
- Three of the six unverified owner complaints filed with NHTSA target the Forward Collision Avoidance system, and those reports include one alleged crash and three alleged injuries, making that component the most frequently cited concern in the 2023 record.
- Shoppers should verify their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, because recalls can be added after any published record and completion status varies by individual vehicle.
FAQ2023 Porsche Macan safety questions
Was the 2023 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 0 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Porsche Macan have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan 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?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 6 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Porsche Macan. 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 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.