Vehicle recall 12V430000 · September 4, 2012
2004-2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
In certain driving conditions, the high pressure steering pipes near the the steering assistance hydraulic system pump might leak.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Lamborghini is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Gallardo Coupe and Spyder vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the high pressure steering pipes near the the steering assistance hydraulic system pump might leak.
- Consequence
- Leaking fluid, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering system free of charge. The safety recall began on September 26, 2012. Owners may contact Lamborghini at 1-866-681-6276.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V430000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 4, 2012
- Filed by
- AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI
- Manufacturer campaign
- L714-R
- Owner notification
- September 26, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,491
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Lamborghini Gallardo (2004-2006): 2006, 2005, 2004
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