WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 11, 2018 – (Motor Sports Newswire) –
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V391000
Manufacturer: Automobili Lamborghini
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,700
Make | Model | Model Year(s) |
LAMBORGHINI | AVENTADOR | 2012 – 2018 |
Summary: Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Lamborghini Aventador Coupe and Roadster vehicles. The engine may stall unexpectedly during certain driving conditions such as when the accelerator pedal is released below 2000 rpms while the transmission is automatically down shifting to a lower gear.
Remedy: Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will install updated engine software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini’s number for this recall is L73X-R.02.18.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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