NHTSA Recall 21V224000: Shock absorber (suspension)
Do not drive Porsche Cars North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10 vehicles. It affects 2021 Porsche Macan.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V224000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | AMA8 |
| Components | SUSPENSION › REAR › SHOCK ABSORBER; SUSPENSION › FRONT › SHOCK ABSORBER |
| Report received | March 31, 2021 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Porsche Macan, Macan S, Macan GTS, and Macan Turbo vehicles. The screw connection on the shock absorbers of the front and rear axle might not be tightened properly.
Safety risk
A failed screw connection may cause damage to the braking system, driving instability, and the potential loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy has been performed. Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will rework and tighten the screw connections, free of charge. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA8.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V224000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Porsche Macan | 2021 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.