PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated August 2026
2015–2018
Model years affected
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Start my diagnosis →Staples pulling out, the same as on the Porsche Cayenne
Check engine light: Off
Dashboard leather shrinkage causing staples to pull out, with the same passenger-airbag-malfunction risk implication, is documented on the Macan and on the Porsche Cayenne.
The same failure is documented on the Porsche Cayenne, which points to the interior material rather than anything specific to this model.
One documented crash after running off the roadway
Check engine light: On
Electronic steering failure caused a vehicle to run off the roadway, resulting in 1 documented crash. A separate complaint describes a 'loose steering' sensation with loss-of-control risk, and steering column failure at low mileage.
Emergency overheating warnings with white smoke
Check engine light: On
A Y-shaped plastic coolant line cracks, causing overheating and leaks — in some cases severe enough to trigger emergency overheating warnings accompanied by white smoke. Separately, oil leaks from the timing cover have created burning smells inside the cabin.
Non-deployment risk persisting post-repair
Check engine light: On
Passenger occupancy sensor failures with non-deployment risk are documented, alongside Takata recall parts unavailability and seat cushion module defects. NHTSA data explicitly notes that passenger airbag sensor defects are recurring even after prior recall repairs.
Glass failure with no described external impact
Check engine light: Off
The panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded in one documented case.
This generation has a confirmed Takata airbag recall, with some owners reporting the underlying sensor defect recurring even after the recall repair. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
Dashboard leather shrinkage causing staples to pull out, with the same passenger-airbag-malfunction risk implication, is documented on this nameplate exactly as it was on the Porsche Cayenne, suggesting a shared Porsche interior-material defect. A serious steering problem is also documented: electronic steering failure causing the vehicle to run off the roadway, resulting in 1 documented crash. This nameplate's panoramic sunroof also spontaneously exploded in one documented case.