Porsche Macan S recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 2, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recalls 2015–2017 Porsche Macan S, Macan Turbo, Macan Gts

Recall number

17V133000

Brand / firm

Porsche

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 17,871 units

Why it was recalled

In the event of a crash, if the front passenger air bag does not deploy as intended, the front passenger has an increased risk of injury.

What was recalled

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Macan S and Macan Turbo and 2017 Macan GTS vehicles. The passenger occupant detection sensor mat may fail in the front passenger seat, deactivating the front passenger air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What to do

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH02.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.