Porsche · Canada · High
Porsche Macan Turbo, Macan S: Airbag
Affects Porsche Macan Turbo, Macan S · 2015–2016 — about 3K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupancy detection mat conductive fabric may fracture over time. As a result, the passenger airbag could deactivate, illuminating the passenger airbag OFF lamp. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant. Correction: Dealers will replace the occupant seat occupancy detection mat with a new improved mat.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational