Base Coupe
2012 McLaren MP4-12C Recalls
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 19V141000
RECALL DATE: 2019-02-28
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.
CONSEQUENCES
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.
COMPONENT AFFECTED
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
NOTES
McLaren Automotive Incorporated
