At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat can degrade and stop detecting whether someone is sitting in that seat.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion at no cost to you.
This page covers 4 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo.
19 mpg combined
12.4 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2016 Porsche Macan Turbo has 4 recalls, the most serious being two separate fuel leak risks: a cracked fuel pump flange and a leaking low-pressure fuel line in the engine compartment, either of which can start a fire if fuel contacts an ignition source.
Both remaining recalls involve the front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat, which can degrade and stop detecting whether a passenger is seated. When the sensor fails, the vehicle deactivates the front passenger airbag, meaning it will not deploy in a crash and the occupant loses that layer of protection. Prior repair attempts did not fully resolve this issue across all affected vehicles, which is why two separate recall campaigns address it.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat occupancy sensor mat can degrade and stop detecting whether someone is sitting in that seat.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion at no cost to you.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump flange may crack, which could allow fuel to leak from the fuel system.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the flange, replace it if cracked, or apply protective film if intact.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The sensor mat in the front passenger seat may fail, which can prevent the front passenger air bag from inflating in a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the sensor mat and seat cushion at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The low pressure fuel line in the engine compartment may develop a leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an improved low pressure fuel line at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.