Mclaren Speedtail: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Mclaren Speedtail across 1 model years: 0 owner complaints and 33 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
| Year | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) | YouTube repair videos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 0 |
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- ESP Causing Vehicle Limitations
- M8 V8 Coolant Hose Drift
- 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
- A user guide to diagnose BMS DTC P0A8000 on McLaren Speedtail
- Boost Control Diagnosis Guide
- Nose Lift Operation Concerns
- McLaren Speedtail - HTR Coolant Replacement
- Wishbone Bushes Serviceability Guide
- McLaren Speedtail - Vehicle Software Platform 4.10 Update
- McLaren P1 & Speedtail HDA Shaft Seal Leaks
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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.