MCLAREN 720S (2019) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
McLaren recalls 2016-2020 720S, Senna, GT, and 570GT models due to potential fuel leaks from corroded tanks causing fire risk. Free repairs to fix fuel tank corrosion.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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What happened, in plain English
McLaren is recalling certain 2016-2020 720S, Senna, GT, and 570GT vehicles because moisture in the fuel tank's NVH foam pad can corrode the tank, leading to fuel leaks that may cause fire if near an ignition source. Owners should contact McLaren for free repairs to prevent fire risks. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224188-mclaren-720s-2019-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224188-mclaren-720s-2019-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V231000
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“McLaren 720S (2019) Recall: Fuel Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224188-mclaren-720s-2019-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #20V231000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V231000).
Why it’s dangerous
The NVH foam pad under the fuel tank can retain moisture, causing corrosion that leads to fuel leaks. If a leak occurs near an ignition source like a spark or flame, it can ignite and cause a fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2016-2020 McLaren 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, and 2017-2019 570GT vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers in these vehicles are at risk if the fuel tank leaks near an ignition source.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your vehicle is a 2016-2020 McLaren 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, or 2017-2019 570GT. The recall started June 17, 2020, and applies to all these models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact McLaren
Reach out to McLaren's Client Services at 855-202-8815 or customerservice.na@mclaren.com for free repairs.
What NHTSA says to do
McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will remove the NVH foam pad from the vehicle and inspect the fuel tank. If the fuel tank is found to have corrosion, it will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact McLaren's Client Services department at 855-202-8815, Monday to Friday between 9am and 6pm EST or customerservice.na@mclaren.com.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The NVH foam pad under the fuel tank can retain moisture, causing corrosion that leads to fuel leaks, which may ignite near an ignition source.
How do I know if my car is affected?
Your car is affected if it's a 2016-2020 McLaren 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, or 2017-2019 570GT model.
What will be fixed?
McLaren will remove the NVH foam pad and inspect the fuel tank. If corrosion is found, the fuel tank will be replaced at no cost.
Contact McLaren
We’ve drafted a message you can send McLaren to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 20V231000 — McLaren McLaren Hello, I own a McLaren that is covered by recall 20V231000 from McLaren. The official recall notice states: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will remove the NVH foam pad from the vehicle and inspect the fuel tank. If the fuel tank is found to have corrosion, it will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 17, 2020. Owners may contact McLaren's Client Services department at 855-202-8815, Monday to Friday between 9am and 6pm EST or customerservice.na@mclaren.com. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20V231000 (April 23, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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