This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 McLaren Gt.
18 mpg combined
13.1 L/100km
Two Seaters
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2021 McLaren GT has 3 recalls, the most serious being a brake line routing defect that can cause the wrong rear wheel to lock up, sending the car into a sudden loss of control.
A second recall also carries significant crash risk: the hood latch release cable can hold excessive tension and cause the hood to fly open while driving, blocking the driver's view entirely. The third recall involves the driver's airbag, which may be improperly connected to the restraint controller and will not deploy in a crash, leaving the driver without that protection at the moment it is needed most.
At a glance
What can fail
Brake lines may be routed incorrectly, causing brakes on the wrong side to activate and potentially locking up one rear wheel.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and correct brake line connections at no charge.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The hood latch manual release cable may have excessive tension, which can cause the latch to open and the hood to open unexpectedly while driving.
What the fix does
McLaren will replace the hood latch at no cost. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's air bag and its control system may have a faulty connection, preventing the air bag from deploying during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the driver's air bag connection at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
