UK Reliability Directory

McLaren 570S / 540C / 570GT

Production Years: 2015 - 20217 Documented Faults

The core of the "Sports Series." Generally more mechanically simple than the Super Series (no hydraulic suspension), but still suffers from bodywork and minor electrical niggles.

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Common Faults & Reliability

These are the most common documented problems for the McLaren 570S / 540C / 570GT, sorted by their typical impact and frequency.

Paint Bubbling / Corrosion

medium severity

Aluminum panels can suffer from oxidation under the paint, typically starting at the edges of the doors or wheel arches.

Est. repair cost:£1,000–£2,500 per panel

Coolant Hose Clamp Leaks

medium severity

McLaren used a specific type of hose clamp that can loosen over time, leading to slow coolant leaks in the engine bay.

Est. repair cost:£400–£800 (mostly labor)

Door Latch and Soft-Close Failure

medium severity

The mechanism for the dihedral doors can become misaligned or the soft-close motor can fail, making the doors difficult to latch.

Est. repair cost:£500–£1,200 per door
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