2017 Porsche Macan Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 5%of 63 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 700miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2017 Porsche Macan, 5% of the 63 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 700 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The car was parked in the garage and the panoramic roof was suddenly shattered while I start to drive the car about half mile. At first, I though it looks like it was froze but the glasses start to fall apart. The car is new, I just bought it for 3 weeks with 700 miles on it. No stones or rocks ever hit the sunroof.”
NHTSA complaint #11040800, filed 2017-10, 700 miles“It was noted there is fogging, spiderweb type cracks, and discoloration on the inside of each headlight lens. It was discovered through conversations at the dealership and online research that a chemical reaction between the factory lens coating and the gas emitted by the headlight bulbs was the likely cause. Lumen output has gradually decreased as the issue grows worse and both lenses become more opaque in appearance. The car is available for inspection. …”
NHTSA complaint #11544727, filed 2023-09“Vehicle was driven to Porsche of Arlington (Virginia) for warranty service and a Virginia safety inspection. Service advisor reported that safety inspector informed him the vehicle passed inspection; however, it was noted there is fogging, spiderweb type cracks, and discoloration on the inside of each headlight lens. It was discovered through conversations at the dealership and online research that a chemical reaction between the factory lens coating and the gas emitted by the headlight bulbs was the likely cause. …”
NHTSA complaint #11523110, filed 2023-05Related service bulletins
- 11029157Feb 17, 2026Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the Window regulator motor. The part numbers affected are PAB959801 and PAB959802. The vehicles involved are ones that use the…
- 11028559Jan 21, 2026Parts information for Parts Withdrawal - LED Headlight. Vehicles affected are cars that use the part numbers in the attached PDF.
- 11018799May 29, 2025Instructions on advanced technical information for all models - Updated Primer Substance and Application Guidelines For Glass Installation/ Windshield and Glass Roof
- 11011552Nov 8, 2024Parts information for parts withdrawal involving the camera and control unit with the camera - PAD980551 & PAD980568C. The affected vehicles are cars that use the part numbers…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2017 Porsche Macan
21 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Porsche Macan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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