Whether a used Mclaren 720S is a good buy depends on the individual vehicle, not the model. Three checks matter before you pay: the NHTSA recall lookup by VIN for open recalls, the seller’s service and accident records, and an independent pre-purchase inspection of that specific vehicle. This page lists the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Mclaren 720S and what an inspector checks.
As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the Mclaren 720S, model years 2016–2024, most often listing fuel system and service brakes. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so any individual vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. The most recent campaign on file is 21V561000 (July 2021, service brakes).
What are the most recent NHTSA recall campaigns for the Mclaren 720S?
Newest first, from NHTSA campaign records. Check a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
21V561000NHTSA report received July 2021Model years: 2019–2020
NHTSA campaign 21V561000: Mclaren 720S service brakes recall
McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2020 570S, GT, 2019 600LT, and 2019-2020 720S vehicles. The brake assembly banjo bolt may be missing the holes that supply brake fluid to the caliper, which would cause the brakes to fail on one corner of the vehicle.
Consequence: Brake failure in one corner can cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking, and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): Dealers will inspect and replace the banjo bolt, as necessary, free of charge.
20V231000NHTSA report received April 2020Model years: 2016–2020
NHTSA campaign 20V231000: Mclaren 720S fuel system recall
McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2016-2020 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, and 2017-2019 570GT vehicles. The Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) foam pad underneath the fuel tank may retain moisture and corrode the fuel tank, potentially causing a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy per NHTSA (as of 2026-08-27): McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will remove the NVH foam pad from the vehicle and inspect the fuel tank.
What does a pre-purchase inspection cover on a used Mclaren 720S?
Exotic and supercar inspections are scoped per vehicle. The page linked below lists every item.
Other exotic and ultra-luxury cars to weigh against the Mclaren 720S. Recall counts cover different model-year spans and are not a reliability ranking.
As of NHTSA records retrieved 2026-08-27, NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the Mclaren 720S, model years 2016–2024. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, variants, trims or build dates, so a particular vehicle may be affected by all, some, or none of them, and a campaign count is not a reliability ranking. Whether an open recall is a safety risk depends on the campaign, so read the NHTSA entry for the VIN. Each campaign below shows the remedy NHTSA records, which may be a dealer or service-center repair, an over-the-air software update, or, for some campaigns, a repurchase. This page details the most recent campaigns; the full record for any VIN is at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What should an inspector check on a used Mclaren 720S?
Beyond the standard pre-purchase checks, the recall history for this model concentrates in: fuel system, service brakes. An inspector documents the visible and operational condition of those systems without disassembly; internal parts, software-only issues and whether a recall remedy was performed are VIN-lookup questions, not inspection findings.
Can a pre-purchase inspection tell me whether a Mclaren 720S recall was done?
No. Whether a recall repair was performed is recorded against the VIN, so NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls (or the manufacturer's own) is the authoritative check. Run it before you travel. The inspection covers what a VIN lookup cannot: the physical condition of the vehicle in front of you.
Can you inspect a Mclaren 720S at a dealer, a private seller, or out of state?
Yes. The inspector usually travels to the vehicle at the seller's location — a dealer lot or a private seller — and you do not need to be there. Vehicle Inspectors dispatches an independent inspector within 50 miles of any US ZIP code, widening to 150 miles if needed; more remote locations are quoted case by case. You get a photo-documented PDF report in 24–48 hours.
How much does a Mclaren 720S pre-purchase inspection cost?
A pre-purchase inspection of a Mclaren 720S through Vehicle Inspectors: Exotic inspection from $449, quoted by vehicle. No card is needed for a quote request: dispatch replies with a firm price before anything is booked.
Where can I book a Mclaren 720S pre-purchase inspection?
Vehicle Inspectors matches buyers with independent inspectors nationwide. Local pages for cities with active inspectors:
Recall data from NHTSA recall records (NHTSA public recalls API), retrieved 2026-08-27. Vehicle Inspectors is not affiliated with Mclaren. A recall is not a defect finding on any individual vehicle.
Inspect that Mclaren 720S before you pay
A vetted independent inspector usually goes to the seller’s location and documents the actual condition. Exotic inspection from $449, quoted by vehicle.
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