Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- Component
- Steering: hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
- Manufacturer
- AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI
- Vehicles affected
- 1,491
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2012-09-04
- Owners notified
- 2012-09-26
Defect description
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.
Safety risk
Leaking fluid, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Manufacturer 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.