NHTSA Recall 17V073000
Filed by Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini). Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2017-02-03. An estimated 1,453 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Aventador Coupe and Aventador Roadster vehicles. In certain driving conditions while the vehicle has a full gas tank, gasoline may contact the exhaust system.
Risk
Gasoline contact with an ignition source such as a hot exhaust system can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the fuel tank's evaporative emissions system, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276.
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.