AI Damage2021 Mclaren GT: common problems
The maker issued 30 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 30
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Fuel/propulsion system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- 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
- McLaren DMTL Test Diagnosis
- 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
- McLaren GT & GTS - Vehicle Software Platform 4.14 MY20, 5.7 MY21, 6.7 MY22, 7.5 MY23, 8.4 MY25, and 9.0.1 MY26
- Pipe Protector and Clip Installation
- Electric Wastegate Actuator Diagnosis and Adjustment
NHTSA lists 30 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 2021 Mclaren GT?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 30 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Mclaren GT?
NHTSA lists 30 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 2021 Mclaren GT 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 2021 models
Read also
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.