2020 MCLAREN 600LT — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT
The 2020 MCLAREN 600LT has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by McLaren Automotive Incorporated for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (2 complaints), Electrical System (1 complaint), and Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT, potentially affecting up to 1,362 vehicles.
Recall 25V216000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
| 29 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
View full details →Recall 25V216000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 29 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
View full details →Recall 23V484000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
| 652 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A coolant leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
View full details →Recall 23V484000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
| 652 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A coolant leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.
The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.
The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.
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 RESULT OF THE FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS TAKEN AS A RESULT OF FAILURE. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT TOW YARD WHERE IT REMAINED IN THEIR POSSESSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND THEY HAVE OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,000.
Safety Rating for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT
McLaren Automotive Incorporated has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
KA-01012 V3 — EQUIPMENT
Rear View Camera and McLaren Track Telemetry displayed when not fitted
SCB 13 K 001 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
McLaren 570S & 600LT - Fuel Hose Replacement; Fuel Tank to Engine
KA-01195 — EQUIPMENT
600LT Side Intake Duct Grille
KA-01193 — EQUIPMENT
Main Luggage Compartment Inoperative via Auxiliary Switchpack on Drivers Door
KA-01193 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Main Luggage Compartment Inoperative via Auxiliary Switchpack on Drivers Door
KA-01002 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Various Warning Lights on Instrument Cluster Due to Body Harness Damage
KA-01033 — EQUIPMENT
Air Condition Not Cooling and Climate System Fault Warning
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MCLAREN 600LT
- 2019 MCLAREN 600LT — 0 complaints
- 2020 MCLAREN 600LT (current)
- 2021 MCLAREN 600LT — 0 complaints
- 2022 MCLAREN 600LT — 0 complaints
- 2023 MCLAREN 600LT — 0 complaints
- 2024 MCLAREN 600LT — 0 complaints
- 2025 MCLAREN 600LT — 0 complaints
Other MCLAREN Models
- MCLAREN MP4-12C SPIDER — 8 total complaints
- MCLAREN MP4-12C — 5 total complaints
- MCLAREN 570 — 4 total complaints
- MCLAREN 650S — 2 total complaints
- MCLAREN 720S — 2 total complaints
- MCLAREN ARTURA — 2 total complaints
- MCLAREN 570 GT — 1 total complaint
- MCLAREN 570S — 1 total complaint