Passenger frontal air bag inflator may explode
Defect Summary
Mclaren automotive incorporated (mclaren) is recalling certain 2013 mp4-12c vehicles ever registered in the states of alabama, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, south carolina, texas, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands. these vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. in the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Safety Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
Mclaren will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. Owners may contact mclaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
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FAQ: Recall 18V007000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V007000?
NHTSA recall 18V007000 was issued by Mclaren Automotive Incorporated on January 5, 2018. It addresses: Passenger frontal air bag inflator may explode. The recall affects approximately 371 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Mclaren Automotive Incorporated dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V007000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.