Total Complaints
4 filings
MCLAREN 600LT · model year
2020 MCLAREN 600LT
4 NHTSA complaints, and 2 active recalls for this specific cohort.
NHTSA overall rating
Not crash-tested
New Car Assessment Program
The 2020MCLAREN600LT carries 4 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 0 crashes, 4 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.
Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2020 600LT is engine with 2 filings, followed by fuel/propulsion system (1) and electrical system (1). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 2 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle — the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.
No open NHTSA investigation overlaps the 2020 600LT in the current dataset. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.
4
Complaints
0
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
Crashes Reported
0 reports
Source
NHTSA ODI
Federal complaints database
Complaints vs. fleet median (215)
At or below the fleet median complaint volume.
Complaints by Component
| Component | Count |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
Recalls (2)
23V48400014/07/2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
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.
25V21600009/04/2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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.
Recent Complaints
20210706FireENGINE
The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.
20210706FireFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.
20210706FireELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The car (2020 McLaren 600LT Spider ) self ignited while turned off in our driveway.
20210331FireENGINE
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.
Mileage: 1,000
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many complaints does the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT have?▼
The 2020 MCLAREN 600LT has 4 NHTSA complaints, 0 crashes, 4 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
Are there any recalls for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT?▼
Yes, the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT has 2 recall(s). The most common affected component is ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY. Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT?▼
The most-complained component for the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT is ENGINE with 2 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Is the 2020 MCLAREN 600LT safe to buy?▼
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. No NHTSA crash test rating is available for this model year. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?▼
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.
Vehicle Safety Guides
Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.