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NHTSA Recall 18V391000: Engine (engine and engine cooling)

Automobili Lamborghini reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,700 vehicles. It affects 2012–2018 Lamborghini Aventador.

1,700
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2018
owners notified (August 3)
NHTSA campaign18V391000
Manufacturer campaignL73X-R.02.18
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE
Report receivedJune 12, 2018
Owner notificationAugust 3, 2018
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will install updated engine software, free of charge. The recall began 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.

Vehicles covered by recall 18V391000

Make and modelModel years
Lamborghini Aventador2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.