2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recalls and problems

The 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any McLaren dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recalls

Recall 13V-541: Visibility

Reported Oct 30, 2013 · 376 vehicles affected · McLaren Automotive Incorporated

Problem: McLaren Automotive, Inc. (McLaren) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 MP4 12-C Spider and Coupe vehicles manufactured October 10, 2011, through October 23, 2013 and originally sold in, or currently registered in, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. Due to a combination of high ambient temperatures and humidity, the wiper motor brushes may jam causing the wiper motor to stop working.

Risk: Non-functioning wipers during inclement weather may be reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: McLaren will notify will notify owners and dealers will replace the wiper motors, free of charge. Vehicles outside of the recall area will have a lifetime warranty on their wiper motors that fail for this issue. The recall began on December 19, 2013. Owners may contact McLaren at 1-646-429-8916.

2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Exterior Lighting	3

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Exterior Lighting · reported May 23, 2018

The headlight lenses on both sides are growing a mold and fogging. The fogging is gradually worsening, and, at some point, will compromise the light emitted and result in glare. It is a well-known issue in these cars, and should be addressed under warranty, but mclaren refuses to replace the lenses for anyone who has tried to get this done by their dealers, myself included. It is clear that this is in violation of your regulations s5.1.2 (B) and (C): https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/cfr-2004-title49-vol5/xml/cfr-2004-title49-vol5-sec571-108.xml it is estimated that, of the 3400 mp4-12c cars in…

Exterior Lighting · at 11,000 miles · reported May 23, 2018

Original headlights developed opaque spotting on the interior of the clear housing, which if left unchecked would have compromised the light output and nighttime visibility. Both headlights were eventually replaced under warranty. One of the replacement headlights had a defect in the outer lamination which was pealing as soon as it was installed. Both interior spotting/ mold formation and exterior delamination is a known common problem with mclaren 12c headlights. Replacment headlights are not improved from the originals and are prone to eventually develop spotting and or delamination.…

Exterior Lighting · at 6,000 miles · reported Mar 26, 2018

The interior of the headlight assembly on both driver and passenger sides is being overtaken with mold and the exterior is peeling/degrading. This is a common issue affecting this model that used to be covered under warranty but has not been covered in the last year or two. The mold and exterior peeling are getting the the point of encroaching upon the light beam itself and if the rate of mold growth continues, will certainly get to the point of total blockage.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider: 13V-541 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 McLaren MP4-12C Spider?

Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (3 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,000 miles.

Are McLaren recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized McLaren dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.