UK Vehicle Recall Check
McLaren is the British supercar maker built in Woking, with a UK and global parc dominated by the 570S, 720S and the new hybrid Artura. Enter any UK registration to see whether an outstanding manufacturer recall is on file.
Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.
Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.
The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.
Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.
Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.
McLaren has issued a number of UK safety recalls over the past decade, covering fuel-line, brake-line and electrical items across the Sports Series (540C, 570S) and Super Series (650S, 720S) ranges, plus high-voltage hybrid components on the Artura. McLaren repairs every safety recall free of charge through its UK Retailer network — and because McLarens are often held in small private collections and traded carefully, a quick check ensures nothing has slipped through for your VIN.
Looking for the recall history of a specific McLaren? Each model page covers known UK safety campaigns, generation coverage and model-specific FAQs. The combined DVSA + SMMT check is the same on every page.
Recall data is available for every UK-registered McLaren, including the 540C, 570S, 570GT, 600LT, 650S, 675LT, 720S, 750S, 765LT, GT, Artura, P1, Speedtail, Senna, Elva and W1. Enter any UK registration above to check.
A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.
High-voltage-battery and software-update campaigns on early Artura plug-in-hybrid supercars, addressed via a free dealer reflash and component check.
Selected fuel-line and brake-system campaigns across Sports and Super Series models, addressing potential leak risks under the engine cover.
Selected electrical and software campaigns on Super Series models, addressed via a free dealer reflash.
The full list of DVLA-recorded McLaren safety recalls. Showing the most recent 20 of the archive — run a check on a specific registration to see whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.
| Date | Model | Concern |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 765LT | McLaren 765LT polycarbonate tailgate recall |
| Apr 2025 | ARTURA | McLaren brake pipe recall (2025/002) |
| Apr 2025 | GT | McLaren brake pipe recall (2025/002) |
| Apr 2025 | 600LT | McLaren brake pipe recall (2025/002) |
| Apr 2025 | 750S | McLaren brake pipe recall (2025/002) |
| Apr 2025 | GTS | McLaren brake pipe recall (2025/002) |
| Dec 2024 | GT | McLaren GT - replace the bonnet latch assembly |
| Dec 2023 | ARTURA | McLaren Artura |
| Sept 2023 | 600LT | On affected vehicles the manufacturer has identified an issue with the hose connection in the area of the outboard right radiator where a coolant leak cannot be ruled out. |
| Dec 2022 | ARTURA | On affected vehicles the nut of the high-pressure fuel pipe can potentially loosen from the direct injection fuel pump leading to a fuel leak. |
| Mar 2022 | GT | THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE DRIVER AIRBAG AND THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN FULLY ENGAGED |
| Aug 2021 | McLaren GT | THE BANJO BOLT MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. |
| Aug 2021 | McLaren 720S | THE BANJO BOLT MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. |
| Aug 2021 | McLaren 600LT | THE BANJO BOLT MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. |
| Jul 2020 | 570GT | THE NOISE VIBRATION AND HARDNESS FOAM PAD CAN OVER TIME CORRODE THE SURFACE OF THE FUEL TANK |
| Jul 2020 | GT | THE NOISE VIBRATION AND HARDNESS FOAM PAD CAN OVER TIME CORRODE THE SURFACE OF THE FUEL TANK |
| Jul 2020 | 720s | THE NOISE VIBRATION AND HARDNESS FOAM PAD CAN OVER TIME CORRODE THE SURFACE OF THE FUEL TANK |
| Jul 2020 | SENNA | THE NOISE VIBRATION AND HARDNESS FOAM PAD CAN OVER TIME CORRODE THE SURFACE OF THE FUEL TANK |
| Sept 2019 | SENNA | A BRANCH OF THE VEHICLE ENGINE HARNESS MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH A METAL LINK PIPE HEATSHIELD |
| Dec 2012 | MP4-12c Spider | ANTI PINCH OPERATION MAY NOT FUNCTION CORRECTLY |
Every McLaren check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.
1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.
Vehicle
AB21ABC
McLaren 540C
VIN ABCDE123456F78910
Recall details
Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)
Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.
Vehicle
CD22XYZ
McLaren 540C
VIN ZYXWV987654U32109
Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)
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Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most McLaren vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.
DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.
Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.
Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.
Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.
No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.
Coverage depends on whether DVSA and SMMT have data for the VIN. Ultimate Series cars often have very small UK parcs and may show as "Unknown" in our check — in that case the report links to McLaren's official recall portal so you can confirm directly with the factory or your Retailer.
Yes. The Artura is a UK-registered McLaren and is covered by the same DVSA + SMMT combined check, including any PHEV-specific campaigns (high-voltage battery, on-board charger, hybrid drivetrain).
No. Recall campaigns are issued against the VIN regardless of service or repair history. As long as the VIN is intact and the vehicle is UK-registered, the check works the same way as on any other McLaren.
McLaren maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.
Combined DVSA + SMMT recall data for every UK-registered manufacturer.