Recall 18V-318: 2018 Porsche Macan, 2018 Porsche Macan S

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 16, 2018, covering about 3 vehicles.

NHTSA number
18V-318
Report date
May 16, 2018
Vehicles affected
3
Owners notified
Jul 27, 2018

The problem

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Macan S and Macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that may fail and prevent safety-related functions such as driver display alerts and possibly impair drivability and post-crash functions.

The risk

Failure of the control unit may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ05.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPorsche Cars North America, Inc.
ComponentElectrical System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number18V318000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Porsche Macan2018All years
Porsche Macan S2018All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 18V-318?

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2018 Porsche Macan S and Macan vehicles. These vehicles have a control unit that may fail and prevent safety-related functions such as driver display alerts and possibly impair drivability and post-crash functions.

How is recall 18V-318 fixed?

Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected control unit, free of charge. The recall began July 27, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ05.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.