Mclaren 570 GT recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 23, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

McLaren Automotive Incorporated recalls 2016–2020 Mclaren — 4 models

Recall number

20V231000

Brand / firm

Mclaren

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,763 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2016-2020 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, and 2017-2019 570GT vehicles. The Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) foam pad underneath the fuel tank may retain moisture and corrode the fuel tank, potentially causing a fuel leak.

What to do

McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will remove the NVH foam pad from the vehicle and inspect the fuel tank. If the fuel tank is found to have corrosion, it will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact McLaren's Client Services department at 855-202-8815, Monday to Friday between 9am and 6pm EST or customerservice.na@mclaren.com.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.