Recall 19V141 covers 2,792 2012-2017 McLaren vehicles with passenger air bag inflators that can explode. Repair is free at any franchised McLaren dealer.
McLaren is recalling 2,792 2012-2017 MP4-12C Spider, 650S, 675 Longtail, P1, and 570 vehicles because the passenger frontal air bag inflator can explode after propellant degradation. An inflator rupture can send sharp metal fragments into occupants and cause serious injury or death, and McLaren dealers will replace the air bag module free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The passenger frontal air bag inflator in these 2012-2017 McLaren MP4-12C Spider, 675 Longtail, P1, 570, and 650S vehicles is the metal device inside the passenger air bag module that fills the bag in a crash. When the air bag control system commands deployment, the inflator burns propellant and sends gas into the air bag so it opens in front of the passenger.
The recalled vehicles use Takata passenger frontal inflators with propellant that breaks down after long exposure to high humidity, heat, and temperature swings. As the propellant degrades, it burns too aggressively during deployment. That creates excess pressure inside the inflator body, and the metal body can rupture instead of directing gas only into the air bag.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem is inside the inflator, so an owner is not expected to see a dashboard light, sound, or driving symptom before an affected air bag deploys.
Who's affected?
Spans 5 McLaren models across 2012-2017, all using the same front air bag inflator module.
| 2012 McLaren MP4-12C Spider | front air bag |
|---|---|
| 2015 McLaren 675 Longtail | front air bag |
| 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider | front air bag |
| 2014 McLaren P1 | front air bag |
| 2015 McLaren P1 | front air bag |
| 2017 McLaren 675 Longtail | front air bag |
| 2016 McLaren 675 Longtail | front air bag |
| 2015 McLaren 570 | front air bag |
| 2016 McLaren 570 | front air bag |
| 2015 McLaren 650S | front air bag |
| 2016 McLaren 650S | front air bag |
| 2014 McLaren 650S | front air bag |
| 2017 McLaren 570 | front air bag |
| Units affected | 2,792 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
An air bag inflator explosion can send sharp metal fragments into the driver or passengers, causing serious injury or death. Because this failure happens during air bag deployment, treat the recall as a safety issue and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised McLaren dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2017 McLaren MP4-12C Spider, 675 Longtail, P1, 570, or 650S is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised McLaren dealer to schedule the free passenger frontal air bag inflator replacement.
- Bring the recall notice if McLaren mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V141 when you call.
- Keep passengers out of the front passenger seat until the inflator replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a McLaren technician replaces the passenger frontal air bag modules covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. Because McLaren has a general reimbursement plan on file, documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to the recalled air bags are handled through that plan. Bring prior repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact McLaren customer service, to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| February 28, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 28, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 31, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 31, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 31, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V141?
Recall 19V141 covers 2,792 2012-2017 McLaren MP4-12C Spider, 675 Longtail, P1, 570, and 650S vehicles with passenger frontal air bag inflators that can explode after propellant degradation. McLaren dealers will replace the air bags for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2017 McLaren MP4-12C Spider, 675 Longtail, P1, 570, or 650S is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V141. If it is, contact a franchised McLaren dealer to schedule the passenger air bag replacement. Reference recall 19V141 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and McLaren says dealers will replace the affected air bags free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised McLaren dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 19V141?
The risk is serious injury or death from an exploding passenger frontal air bag inflator. In recall 19V141, NHTSA says sharp metal fragments can strike the driver or other occupants if the inflator ruptures during deployment.
When did McLaren start this recall repair?
McLaren began the recall on March 28, 2019. The remedy is available, so included owners can contact a franchised McLaren dealer for the free passenger air bag replacement and use McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916 for scheduling help.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V141000 |
|---|---|
| McLaren customer service | 1-646-429-8916 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V141 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V141000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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