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2019 Porsche Macan problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 21 complaints on file for the 2019 Porsche Macan — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

21

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other Macan years?

Macan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted73 complaints2015: 31 complaints2016: 31 complaints2017: 73 complaints2018: 44 complaints2019: 21 complaints2020: 27 complaints2021: 15 complaints2022: 7 complaints2023: 9 complaints2024: 12 complaints2025: 17 complaints
Macan NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2019 Porsche Macan problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Lighting733%
Electrical System314%
Other210%
Tires & Wheels210%
Brakes210%
Transmission15%
Driver Assistance15%
Engine15%
Body & Structure15%
Airbags15%

Does the 2019 Porsche Macan have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V443000Seat BeltsJune 26, 2023 · 37 units

Defect

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Macan S, 2017-2020 Macan, 2017 Panamera Turbo, 2018 and 2020 Macan Turbo and Panamera 4, 2018 Macan Sport Edition, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and 2019 Panamera 4 Sport Turismo vehicles. The screw that attaches the lower seat belt anchor to the seat frame on the outboard rear seats may not have been tightened properly.

Consequence

An improperly tightened seat belt anchor can detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace and tighten the lower rear outboard seat belt anchor screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 24, 2023. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APA9.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“Passenger side headlight failed and malfunctioned partially, DLR works properly but low beam light failed without notice. there is no warning lamp or message displayed to warn driver the headlight is failed”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · December 1, 2025

“Vehicle keeps entering limp mode when driving. Complete loss of power car cannot move and is left stranded. Vehicle has been at the dealership diagnosed and repaired over 4 times but the problem still remains. Dealer states there is no rat or electrical damage, battery was replaced and software…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 1, 2025

“THE VEHICLE SPEEDOMETER SHOWS A SPEED THAT EXCEED THE ACTUAL SPEED BY UP TO SIX PERCENT. PORSCHE CLAIMS IT IS WITHIN THE LEGAL LIMIT AND THEY DO NOT NEED TO CORRECT IT.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 16, 2020

“I was going under 30 mph on a regular road. Avoiding a collision, one of the front wheels locked causing the vehicle to flip.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 15, 2023 · crash

“I was going under 30 mph on a regular road. Avoiding a collision, one of the front wheels locked causing the vehicle to flip.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · November 15, 2023 · crash

2019 Porsche Macan — common questions

Is the 2019 Porsche Macan reliable?

The record is thin — 21 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2019 Macan problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are lighting (7 complaints), electrical system (3 complaints), other (2 complaints).

Does the 2019 Porsche Macan have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2019 Porsche Macan. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Porsche Macan years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Macan years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2016, 2015. The cleanest record among Macan years belongs to 2022.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.