McLaren 570S Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every McLaren 570S model year (2016–2021) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
McLaren 570S Years to Avoid
1 recall · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 3
Best McLaren 570S Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Problem score: 1
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McLaren 570S — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Avoid |
| 2019 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Good |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
All 6 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
McLaren 570S Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2021Recent 570S models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2021 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
2013–2017
Best: 2017Mid-decade 570S units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2017 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year 570S should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 McLaren 570S if possible. It has 1 recall, 0 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 3 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year 570S to buy?+
The 2019 McLaren 570S is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which 570S has the fewest problems?+
The 2019 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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