Common Problems with the
2018 McLaren 570S / 540C / 570GT

The 7-speed Graziano dual-clutch gearbox is generally reliable but has a known weakness in its main shaft bearings. When they collapse, gear selection becomes erratic and oil leaks can develop. A full gearbox rebuild is expensive but the issue is well understood by specialists.

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

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

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

The dihedral door hinges are under significant mechanical stress and can develop cracks over time. This affects door clearance and can damage surrounding paintwork. Hinge replacement requires careful recalibration of door alignment.

McLaren uses thinner-than-normal glass to save weight, which makes the windscreen prone to spontaneous stress fractures. The glass can crack without any impact, typically from temperature changes or improper sealant application during a previous replacement.

The front dampers can develop leaks, causing a clunking noise when travelling over bumps at low speed. Refurbished items can cost over £1,500 per damper, and the work requires specialist alignment afterwards.