McLaren P1 Recalls (2014-2015)
The McLaren P1 has been the subject of 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2014 to 2015 model years. They cluster mostly around the air bags and latches/locks/linkages.
The McLaren P1 scores 41 out of 100 (grade C), a roughly average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 2 campaigns span 2 model years of the McLaren P1. The single largest affected 2,792 vehicles, over air bags. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the McLaren P1 may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
McLaren P1 recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
McLaren P1 recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2015 McLaren P1 Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2015 McLaren P1, involving the air bags and latches/locks/linkages.
2014 McLaren P1 Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2014 McLaren P1, involving the air bags and latches/locks/linkages.
Every McLaren P1 recall in detail
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2014-2015 McLaren P1
- Vehicles in this recall
- 2,792
- Reported
- Feb 28, 2019
- Owners notified
- Mar 28, 2019
Defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2012-2013 MP4-12C, 2014-2016 650s, 2015-2016 675 LT, 2014-2015 P1 and 2015-2017 570 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
NHTSA campaign number 19V141000.
Latches/Locks/Linkages
- Affected years
- 2014-2015 McLaren P1
- Vehicles in this recall
- 122
- Reported
- Dec 11, 2015
- Owners notified
- Jan 18, 2016
Defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 P1 hybrid vehicles manufactured March 1, 2013, to October 31, 2015. The affected vehicles have a secondary hood latch that may not properly re-engage. As a result, if the primary latch is released inadvertently, the hood may open while the vehicle is moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 113, "Hood Latch System."
Risk: If the hood opens while driving it may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hood latch with a newly-designed latch, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2016. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
NHTSA campaign number 15V836000.
Common questions about McLaren P1 recalls
- Does the McLaren P1 have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on record for the McLaren P1 across the 2014 to 2015 model years. The most common areas are the air bags and latches/locks/linkages.
- How many times has the McLaren P1 been recalled?
- The McLaren P1 has 2 recall campaigns from the 2014 to 2015 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious McLaren P1 recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the air bags, affecting 2,792 vehicles. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Which McLaren P1 model year has the most recalls?
- The 2014 McLaren P1 has the most, with 2 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my McLaren P1 has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.