NHTSA vehicle safety data

2020 Mclaren 600LT Recalls & Complaints

The 2020 Mclaren 600LT has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Mclaren dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 Mclaren 600LT. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

2020 Mclaren 600LT owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Mclaren 600LT, describing incidents dated December 23, 2020.

Most-cited components

  • Engine 2 complaints
  • Electrical System 1 complaint
  • Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint

Of the 2 complaints on file, 2 report a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11423677 · Filed

    The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.

  • ODI #11405835 · Filed

    TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 MCLAREN 600LT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OFF AND PARKED IN HIS DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SELF IGNITED AND CAUGHT FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE AUTHORITIES WERE CALLED TO THE SCENE OF THE FIRE AND THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AS A…

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Wheel Lock Up from Incorrectly Routed Brake Lines

NHTSA #25V216000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — Control Unit/Module · NHTSA notice

Reported April 9, 2025 · McLaren Automotive Incorporated

Potentially affected: 29 vehicles

Repair completion: 82.76% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified April 21, 2025

Defect description

McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McClaren) is recalling certain 2020-2025 600LT, 720S, Artura, GT, and GTS vehicles. The brake lines may be routed incorrectly and cause the brakes on the incorrect side to activate, possibly resulting in one of the rear wheels locking up.

Safety consequence

A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and correct the brake line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact McClaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1- 888-275-9171) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Coolant Leak in Engine Compartment May Cause Fire

NHTSA #23V484000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Cooling System — Radiator Assembly · NHTSA notice

Reported July 14, 2023 · McLaren Automotive Incorporated

Potentially affected: 652 vehicles

Repair completion: 67.48% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Owners notified September 7, 2023

Defect description

McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2019-2020 600LT Coupe and Spider vehicles. The joint between the temperature sensor housing and the hose from the outboard radiator may not be sealed properly, which can result in coolant leaking into the engine compartment.

Safety consequence

A coolant leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the coolant hose, temperature sensor housing, and constant pressure clamp, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed September 7, 2023. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Other Mclaren 600LT model years

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