AI Damage2020 Mclaren 720S: common problems
The maker issued 113 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 113
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 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.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Steering Noise Diagnosis Guide
- ESP Causing Vehicle Limitations
- M8 V8 Coolant Hose Drift
- Updated Voltage for Sensor Position
- McLaren DMTL Test Diagnosis
- 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
- WCAC Inlet to Top Hose Clash
- Pipe Protector and Clip Installation
NHTSA lists 113 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 2020 Mclaren 720S?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 113 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2020 Mclaren 720S?
NHTSA lists 113 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 2020 Mclaren 720S 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 2020 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.