The Lemon Index2021 Porsche Macan.
The 2021 Porsche Macan is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 5 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 21, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 1 recall, and it gets 19 to 21 mpg combined. The best Porsche Macan year is 2022.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 12 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Porsche Macan year. 2021 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 1
- suspension 2021
The screw connection on the shock absorbers of the front and rear axle might not be tightened properly.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Porsche told dealers about
Porsche sent dealers 528 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Understanding and addressing brake squeal complaints
- Advanced technical information for a brake squeal
- Technical information on a complaint - brake noise
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Macan SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
| Porsche Macan GTS SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 2.9L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
My car got stuck and then it caught fire and now is fully demolished
2021 Porsche Macan owner · NHTSA complaint 11462724
Quick answers
Is the 2021 Porsche Macan reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 4.8× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 21; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Porsche Macan year by this measure is 2022.
What are the most common 2021 Porsche Macan problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (40%), body structure (40%) and steering (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2021 Porsche Macan have?
1 safety recall (latest: suspension). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2021 Porsche Macan get?
19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2021 Porsche Macan have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 20% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2021 Porsche Macan cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2021 Porsche Macan have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 2.9L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Porsche Macan year is better than the 2021?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2022, 2015 and 2021.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works