In the pure German tradition surrounding the company, Porsche->ke1-built sports cars->ke506 and SUVs->ke145 are synonymous with perfection. Or at least they were until a few months ago, when some fire-related issues affecting the 911 GT3 began staining the company's reputation.

As it turns out, the Stuttgart-based company has a new problem to cope with, this time in regard to the newly launched 2015 Macan crossover->ke288. According to statement released by the automaker, approximately 2,500 models delivered since the Macan->ke4210 went on sale need checked for potential brake booster problems.

The manufacturer didn't share too many details, but it appears that an in-house quality test revealed some brake boosters fitted in the Macan might have been damaged during the assembly process. If you're not familiar with the device, a brake booster is a mechanism than multiplies the energy applied by the driver to the brake pedal. Despite the possible issue, Porsche claims the crossover's braking function still "complies with legal requirements."

Additionally, Porsche says the affected Macans were "predominantly" delivered to customers located in Europe, which means U.S. customers have no reason to be concerned until further notice. Nevertheless, Porsche will contact all owners to have their vehicles checked for free. Porsche will replace defective brake boosters at no charge to the customers.

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Why It Matters

Following the 911 GT3 fiasco, which has yet to be extinguished, any recall news is bad news for Porsche, no matter how insignificant the problem is. Although these things shouldn't happen to a $50,000+ car, the current Macan issue is no real cause for concern.

2015 Porsche Macan