AI Damage2016 Mclaren 650S: common problems
The maker issued 60 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 60
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- ESP Causing Vehicle Limitations
- M8 V8 Coolant Hose Drift
- Updated Voltage for Sensor Position
- Tuner Not Found Warning Message On AIS Display
- McLaren DMTL Test Diagnosis
- Apple CarPlay Quick Start Guide and Troubleshooting
- Airbrake Diagnosis Guide
- V8 Coolant Hose Drift
- Nose Lift Operation Concerns
- A guide to aid in the identification of a missing core plug and repair method on V8 cylinder heads
- Boost Control Diagnosis Guide
- Wishbone Bushes Serviceability Guide
NHTSA lists 60 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Mclaren 650S?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 60 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2016 Mclaren 650S?
NHTSA lists 60 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2016 Mclaren 650S from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2016 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.