EPA rates the 2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider at 18 mpg combined across 1 version. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 2 owner complaints for this model year.
Safety recalls
2
EPA combined mpg
18
NHTSA overall rating
—
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
NHTSA lists this vehicle as 600LT.
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a McLaren Automotive dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 2 safety recalls for the 2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider, newest first.
Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Control unit/module and 1 more component
NHTSA 25V216000Reported Apr 9, 2025
Filed by
McLaren Automotive Incorporated
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic: Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: Control unit/module; Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Units affected
29 (estimate)
Problem
McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McClaren) is recalling certain 2020-2025 600LT, 720S, Artura, GT, and GTS vehicles. The brake lines may be routed incorrectly and cause the brakes on the incorrect side to activate, possibly resulting in one of the rear wheels locking up.
Risk
A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and correct the brake line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact McClaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
Engine and engine cooling: Cooling system: Radiator assembly
NHTSA 23V484000Reported Jul 14, 2023
Filed by
McLaren Automotive Incorporated
Units affected
652 (estimate)
Problem
McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2019-2020 600LT Coupe and Spider vehicles. The joint between the temperature sensor housing and the hose from the outboard radiator may not be sealed properly, which can result in coolant leaking into the engine compartment.
Risk
A coolant leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the coolant hose, temperature sensor housing, and constant pressure clamp, free of charge. Owner notifications letters were mailed September 7, 2023. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
We did not find NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider (checked Oct 26, 2026). NHTSA does not test every model every year; see nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider, most recently on Jul 6, 2021. 0 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 0 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
Most-cited components in 2020 McLaren Automotive 600LT Spider complaints
Component named in complaints
Mentions
Engine
2
Electrical system
1
Fuel/propulsion system
1
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
