Used Porsche Macan: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 83 complaints across these 8 years; the 2018 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2025
Few owner complaints
3 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2024
Most reported: automatic emergency braking
7 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2023
Most reported: automatic emergency braking
6 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Fewest complaintsMost reported: electrical
3 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
2021
Most reported: body and structure
8 complaints1 recallOpen checklist
2020
Most reported: electrical
17 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2019
Most reported: wheels and tires
10 complaints1 recallOpen checklist
2018
Most complaintsMost reported: airbags
29 complaints6 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the Macan from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 4 | 4 | 2 | 10 | |||||
| Automatic emergency braking | 3 | 3 | 6 | ||||||
| Exterior lights | 2 | 3 | 5 |
Macan generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
First generation
2015–2026
2016 update: Porsche Communication Management system; Optional full-LED headlights; Redesigned steering controller; Extended exterior and interior packages for Macan Turbo
2019 update: Overhauled chassis; Gasoline particulate filter fitted as standard; New front and rear fascia with LED head- and tail-lights; Redesigned interior with Porsche Communication Management with 10.9-inch touchscreen display
2021 update: Updated design features; Subtle changes including new technologies
Mileages where Macan problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
| Typical mileage | Problem | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 0–3,000 miles | Parking brake engagement failure | 2025 |
Every Macan recall to confirm
7 recalls cover the Macanyears on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 2 campaigns span more than one model year. One told owners not to drive or to park outside until repaired.
