Does the 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a McLaren dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider?

2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your McLaren been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A McLaren dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recalls, newest first

February 28, 2019NHTSA 19V1410002,792 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module

Summary: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2012-2013 MP4-12C, 2014-2016 650s, 2015-2016 675 LT, 2014-2015 P1 and 2015-2017 570 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 28, 2019. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 30, 2013NHTSA 13V541000376 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

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

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Air bags1
Exterior lighting1

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Questions

Does the 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags, visibility. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a McLaren dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2013 McLaren MP4-12C Spider?: 2 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.