2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
Safety Recalls & Notices
We found 3 safety recalls for the 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. Recalls are sourced from both NHTSA (US) and Transport Canada databases. Contact your authorized Lamborghini dealer to schedule free repairs.
Summary
On certain vehicles, the brake rotor fixing screws may fail. This could result in reduced braking performance, which could increase stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the screws with an updated design.
Summary
On certain vehicles, the engine can be started without the clutch pedal being depressed. Should this occur while the transmission is in gear, the vehicle can lurch forward or back, depending which gear was selected. Such unintended movement could result in property damage, or cause the vehicle to strike a bystander, potentially resulting in personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will install a clutch pedal switch assembly.
Summary
Automobili Lamborghini America LLC (Lamborghini) is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 Gallardo Coupes and Spyders fitted with carbon ceramic brake discs. The stainless steel screws that secure the brake rotors may fail after being exposed to salty conditions.
Potential Consequence
Failure of the securing screws may result in a reduction of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will replace the screws, free of charge. The safety recall began during November 2013. Owners may contact Lamborghini at 1-866-681-6276. The manufacturer's numbers for this campaign are L71X-R.01.13 (model year 2007 and 2008 Gallardo Coupe and Spyder) and L71X-R.02.13 (model year 2009 Gallardo Coupe and Spyder).
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