Recall 17V-289
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. recalled the 2017 Porsche Macan and 3 other models: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, fuel pump).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 17V-289
- Reported
- May 3, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 51,497 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Macan S and Macan Turbo vehicles, and 2017 Macan, Macan Turbo with the Performance Package, and Macan GTS vehicles. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flanges, replacing any that are cracked. Flanges that aren't cracked will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on July 19, 2017. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-[removed]. Porsche's number for this recall is AH06.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Porsche Macan 2017
- Porsche Macan GTS 2017
- Porsche Macan S 2015 to 2017
- Porsche Macan Turbo 2015 to 2017