Recall 24V901 affects 163 2021 McLaren 765LT vehicles for rear-cabin-window bonding that can let the window detach. Repair is free at any franchised McLaren dealer.
McLaren is recalling 163 2021 765LT coupes because the rear cabin window can have too little adhesive bonding and detach from its support frame. A loose rear window can become a road hazard for other drivers and increase crash risk, and McLaren dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear cabin window on the 2021 McLaren 765LT Coupe is a polycarbonate panel, a rigid plastic window, bonded to a carbon support frame behind the occupants. The adhesive is supposed to hold the panel to that frame while the body structure moves, vibrates, and sees airflow at speed.
On affected coupes without a factory fitted roof scoop, the adhesive bond can fail at the carbon frame or at the polycarbonate panel surface. McLaren traced the most likely cause to aerodynamic loads above the design tolerance when the vehicle is driven at high speed with the side windows open, especially during track use. A production bonding issue also increases the chance of the panel separating.
An owner can hear a rattling noise inside the cabin if the panel has started to come loose. That rattle is the warning sign. If the bond keeps failing, the rear cabin window can detach from its support frame.
Who's affected?
| 2021 McLaren 765LT | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 163 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2021 McLaren 765LT is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear window detaches, it can become a road hazard for other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. A rattling noise inside the cabin can signal that the polycarbonate panel is partly de-bonded. Schedule the repair soon and avoid ignoring new rear-window noise. Repair is free at any franchised McLaren dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021 McLaren 765LT is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised McLaren dealer to schedule the free rear-cabin-window fastener repair that secures the polycarbonate panel to its support frame.
- Bring the recall notice if McLaren has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V901 when you call.
- Call McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916 with questions about the repair path.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if the rear cabin window appears loose or separates.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a McLaren technician installs bespoke fasteners into each corner of the polycarbonate rear cabin window panel so the window is secured to the support frame. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. McLaren has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for the same rear cabin window repair before the recall notice, contact McLaren customer service with repair documentation and ask how to submit a claim under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 28, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 2, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| December 2, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 6, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 25, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V901?
Recall 24V901 covers 163 2021 McLaren 765LT Coupe vehicles with a rear cabin window that has insufficient adhesive bonding. The window can detach from the support frame and create a road hazard for other drivers, increasing crash risk. McLaren dealers will install fasteners at no cost.
What should I do if my 2021 McLaren 765LT is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 765LT is included in recall 24V901. If it is, contact a franchised McLaren dealer to schedule the rear cabin window fastener repair. Reference NHTSA campaign 24V901 and McLaren recall number 2024/002 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and McLaren dealers will install bespoke fasteners into each corner of the rear polycarbonate panel free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a rear cabin window detaching from the vehicle. If that happens, the loose window can create a road hazard for other drivers and increase crash risk. The dealer repair secures the polycarbonate panel with fasteners.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V901000 |
|---|---|
| McLaren customer service | 1-646-429-8916 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V901 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V901000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →