Recall 24V661 affects 1,012 2020-2023 McLaren GT vehicles for a hood latch that can open unexpectedly. Repair is free at any franchised McLaren dealer.
McLaren is recalling 1,012 2020-2023 GT vehicles under recall 24V661 because excessive tension in the hood latch manual release cable can open the latch and let the hood rise unexpectedly. If that happens while driving, the hood can block the driver's view and increase crash risk; McLaren dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The hood latch on the 2020-2023 McLaren GT is the catch that holds the front hood, also called the bonnet, closed while the car is being driven. A manual release cable connects the cabin release lever to that latch so the hood can be opened for service. The latch system depends on that cable sitting with the right amount of slack.
On affected GT vehicles, the cable has too much tension. McLaren traced that tension to cable damage, improper cable routing, release lever assembly, or a combination of those issues. When the cable stays too tight, it can pull on the latch enough to release it. That lets the hood open unexpectedly instead of staying locked down.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner does not get a specific sound, light, or visible signal that the latch cable is under too much tension.
Who's affected?
Spans 4 model years, with the same bonnet latch system listed for each GT.
| 2020 McLaren GT | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2021 McLaren GT | Latch |
| 2022 McLaren GT | Latch |
| 2023 McLaren GT | Latch |
| Units affected | 1,012 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected hood opening can block the driver's view while driving and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the hood latch replacement promptly and avoid driving with any hood-latch concern until the dealer checks it. Repair is free at any franchised McLaren dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2023 McLaren GT is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised McLaren dealer to schedule the free hood-latch replacement that fixes the manual release cable tension behind the unexpected hood opening.
- Bring the recall notice if McLaren mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V661 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Stop safely if the hood lifts or blocks your view.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a McLaren technician replaces the hood latch covered by recall 24V661. The repair is available now, and the replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. McLaren has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for a related hood latch repair before the recall notice. Bring documentation for that paid repair and ask the service desk to route the claim through McLaren's standard reimbursement plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 10, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 11, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| December 11, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 11, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V661?
Recall 24V661 covers 1,012 2020-2023 McLaren GT vehicles with a hood latch problem. Excessive tension in the manual release cable can open the latch, allowing the hood to open unexpectedly while driving. McLaren will replace the hood latch for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2023 McLaren GT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 24V661. If it is, contact a franchised McLaren dealer to schedule the hood latch replacement. Reference recall 24V661 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and McLaren's remedy replaces the hood latch free of charge. A franchised McLaren dealer performs the repair, and McLaren customer service can be reached at 855-202-8815.
Is it safe to drive my McLaren GT before the hood latch repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The safety risk is that the hood can open unexpectedly while driving and block the driver's view, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free hood latch replacement with a McLaren dealer.
When were McLaren GT owners notified about recall 24V661?
McLaren mailed owner notification letters on December 11, 2024. Used-vehicle owners or owners who never received a letter should still check the VIN, because the VIN decides whether this specific GT is included and eligible for the free hood latch repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V661000 |
|---|---|
| McLaren customer service | 855-202-8815 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V661 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V661000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →