Head-to-head reliability
Mclaren Artura vs FORD F 150
How the Mclaren Artura and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Mclaren Artura vs FORD F 150: The Artura has 2 complaints over 4 years and 6 recalls, while the F-150 has 11,311 complaints over 10 years and 145 recalls. The F-150 also reports 328 crash-related complaints and 287 injuries; the Artura reports none. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Mclaren Artura or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Mclaren Artura
The Mclaren Artura is a low-volume hybrid supercar, and its NHTSA record reflects that: only 2 complaints over 4 years, but 6 recalls. The complaints cluster around hybrid-system and power-train faults that can trigger warning messages and sudden loss of drive. For a buyer, this means the car may spend extended time at the dealer when something goes wrong, even if problems are rare.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a mass-market pickup with 11,311 complaints over 10 years and 145 recalls. Owner reports frequently describe transmission harshness, sudden power loss, and electrical glitches. With 328 crash-related complaints, 287 injuries, and 1 death, the volume of reports is far higher, though that partly reflects how many trucks are on the road.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Mclaren Artura | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 11,311 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 6 Better | 145 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 328 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.5 Better | 1131.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 287 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Mclaren Artura
- 01FUEL SYSTEM1
- 02GASOLINE1
- 03HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM1
- 04POWER TRAIN1
Owners report a 'Hybrid System failure, call McLaren Service Center' message while driving at low speed, often leaving the car at the dealer for extended repairs. This can strand a driver and signals that the hybrid electronics may need specialized service.
One owner described the car suddenly dropping into neutral below 30 mph with a 'hybrid system fault,' unable to move until several power cycles. That kind of sudden loss of drive is a serious drivability and safety concern.
The same low-speed hybrid failure message is also filed under fuel-system and gasoline categories, suggesting the fault can involve multiple systems at once. For a buyer, this means diagnosing a single incident may require broad electronic and fuel-system checks.
“The contact owns a 2023 McLaren Artura. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH the "Hybrid System failure, call McLaren Service Center" message displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle remained in the dealer's possession for thr…”
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,553
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,071
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,401
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,164
- 05ENGINE847
Owners of the 10R80 automatic report hard, delayed, or jerky shifts between gears, and some describe losing all power or the truck shutting off while driving. These transmission symptoms can be intermittent and may require repeated dealer visits.
Reports include loud bangs or popping sounds during downshifts and recurring dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' and 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available.' Electrical gremlins can affect driver-assist features and be hard to pin down.
With 1,164 complaints, exterior lighting is a top category, and recalls include headlights. Lighting failures matter because they affect visibility and can be a safety inspection issue.
Engine-related complaints number 847, and recalls list engine issues. While not the top category, engine problems on a high-volume truck can still mean costly repairs and downtime.
“I started noticing hard and delayed shifts from 7th into 8th gear. My RPM's were not increasing when this happened, and then on a very crowded major road I lost all power, vehicle shut off and drifted, then started up and jerked again very hard. This failure…”
“I am reporting a safety-related transmission problem I experienced with my 2020 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission. While driving normally, the transmission shifts hard (ie: jerks, clunks) between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and has on occasion…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Mclaren Artura — 6 recalls
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2023 Artura vehicles. The nuts for the high pressure fuel pipe may loosen, which can result in a fuel leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pipes, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 27, 2022. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Artura vehicles. A pipe in the low-pressure fuel pipe assembly may detach, which can result in a fuel leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pipe assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 7, 2023. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 855-202-8815.
The defect: 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.
The risk: A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
The defect: 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.
The risk: A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.
FORD F 150 — 145 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from…
The risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and br…
The risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The re…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also…
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's num…
Buyer analysis
Mclaren Artura or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Mclaren Artura has far fewer complaints per year (0.5 vs. 1,131.1), but it is a niche supercar with complex hybrid systems and 6 recalls. The Ford F-150 has vastly more reports, but that is expected given its huge sales volume. In practice, the Artura may be more likely to sit at the dealer when it breaks, while the F-150 has a broader, well-documented set of transmission and electrical issues.
Key differences
- The Mclaren Artura has 2 complaints over 4 years, while the Ford F-150 has 11,311 over 10 years—but the F-150 sells in far greater numbers.
- Artura complaints center on hybrid-system failure messages and sudden loss of drive; F-150 complaints center on transmission harshness, power loss, and electrical warnings.
- The F-150 has 328 crash-related complaints, 287 injuries, and 1 death; the Artura has 0 in each of those categories.
- The Artura has 6 recalls; the F-150 has 145 recalls, including headlights, battery cables, and engine issues.
- Check for any stored hybrid-system fault codes or history of 'Hybrid System failure' messages, as owners report these can lead to extended dealer stays.
- Test drive at low speeds and watch for sudden neutral engagement or limp-home mode, which one owner experienced below 30 mph.
- During a test drive, pay close attention to transmission shifts between 4-5, 5-6, and 7-8 gears for jerks, clunks, or delayed engagement.
- Check for recurring dashboard warnings such as 'Front Camera Malfunction' or 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available,' which owners report seeing at startup.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and any dealer service records, especially for hybrid or transmission repairs.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the specific model, focusing on the reported problem areas.
- For the Artura, ask the seller to demonstrate that no hybrid-system warning messages appear during a cold start and low-speed drive.
- For the F-150, test the transmission through all gears and check that driver-assist features and exterior lights work properly.
- Verify that all open recalls have been completed by checking the NHTSA recall lookup using the VIN.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Mclaren Artura | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 24 |
| 2025 | 1 | 329 |
| 2024 | 0 | 617 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1507 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Mclaren Artura or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Mclaren Artura vs FORD F 150
- Mclaren Artura total complaints
- 2
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,311
- Mclaren Artura total recalls
- 6
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 145
- Mclaren Artura avg complaints/year
- 0.5
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1131.1
- More reliable overall
- Mclaren Artura
- Mclaren Artura top complaint area
- FUEL SYSTEM
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN