Recall 18V461 affects 8 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador and Aventador Roadster vehicles for loose brake disc centering bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Lamborghini dealer.
Lamborghini is recalling 8 2015-2016 Aventador and Aventador Roadster vehicles because brake disc centering bolts can loosen over time. Continued driving with loose bolts can lead to wheel detachment and increase crash risk, and Lamborghini dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador and Aventador Roadster vehicles, the brake disc is centered and supported at the wheel hub by drive pegs, also described in the recall as centering bolts. These small fasteners help hold the brake disc in the correct position at the hub so the wheel and brake assembly stay aligned under braking, steering, and road load.
In the affected VIN range, those drive pegs were built without a Loctite capsule, which is a thread-locking material that helps a fastener keep its torque over time. Extreme driving conditions, vibration, and severe use can loosen the pegs. If driving continues with loose pegs, the brake disc and hub support can lose alignment, and the wheel can detach.
Lamborghini reported no particular customer perception just before the event. There is no warning sign before failure, so an owner should not expect noise, vibration, or a dashboard alert to appear first.
Who's affected?
Spans the Aventador and Aventador Roadster across the 2015 and 2016 model years, all tied to wheel hardware.
| 2015 Lamborghini Aventador | wheel hardware |
|---|---|
| 2015 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster | wheel hardware |
| 2016 Lamborghini Aventador | wheel hardware |
| 2016 Lamborghini Aventador Roadster | wheel hardware |
| Units affected | 8 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
A wheel detachment can increase the risk of a crash. There is no particular warning sign just before the event, so confirm whether your VIN is included and arrange the dealer repair promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Lamborghini dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador or Aventador Roadster is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lamborghini dealer to schedule the free centering-bolt replacement that keeps the brake disc secured to the wheel hub.
- Ask the dealer to use the replacement bolts with thread-locking fluid so the bolts stay secured over time.
- Bring the recall notice if Lamborghini sent one. If not, reference recall number 18V461 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete; loose centering bolts can let a wheel detach.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Lamborghini technician replaces the brake disc centering bolts with bolts that have thread locking fluid. These bolts help center and support the brake discs at the wheel hub, so the repair addresses the loosened hardware directly. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Lamborghini has a general reimbursement plan on file. If you already paid for a related repair before the recall notice, ask the service desk or Lamborghini customer service how to submit receipts under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| July 11, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 24, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| August 24, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 31, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 21, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V461?
Recall 18V461 covers 8 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador and Aventador Roadster vehicles with brake disc centering bolts that can loosen over time. Continued driving with loose bolts can lead to wheel detachment, increasing crash risk. Lamborghini dealers replace the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador or Aventador Roadster is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 18V461. If it is, contact a franchised Lamborghini dealer to schedule the centering bolt replacement. Reference recall number 18V461 and Lamborghini recall number L73XR0318 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Lamborghini dealers replace the affected centering bolts with bolts that have thread-locking fluid, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is wheel detachment. The brake disc centering bolts support the connection at the wheel hub, and loose bolts can allow the wheel to detach while driving. Lamborghini links that condition to increased crash risk.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V461000 |
|---|---|
| Lamborghini customer service | 1-866-681-6276 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V461 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V461000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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