MCLAREN GT 2021: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V661000

Make Model Year
MCLAREN GT 2021
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-09-11 2024-09-11

Manufacturers Involved: McLaren Automotive Incorporated

Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1012

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

McLaren Automotive Incorporated "McLaren" is recalling certain 2020-2023 McLaren GT vehicles. The manual release cable of the hood latch may have excessive tension that can cause the latch to open, resulting in the hood opening unexpectedly.

Consequence

A hood that opens unexpectedly while driving can obstruct the driver's view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

McLaren will replace the hood latch, free of charge. McLaren has not yet provided a schedule for owner notification. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 855-202-8815.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.nhtsa.gov.