- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Leaking fluid, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2004 Lamborghini Gallardo Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the transmission & drivetrain (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2012 for the hose, piping, and connections. For comparison, the 2005 has 0.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Gallardo year, for its age
#364 most complained-about 2004 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2004 Lamborghini Gallardo recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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2 complaints about the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The vehicle was being rented from a business to drive a few laps on a private race track. On the seventh lap, the brakes suddenly and completely failed, leading to the vehicle leaving the race track and crashing. *Tr
Vehicle in operation when fire occurred in engine compartment. Fire was caused by the ignition of fluid from the hydraulic transmission control on the hot exhaust. Pressure line failure was identified. *Tr
Lamborghini Gallardo: every year compared
All Gallardo years2004 Lamborghini Gallardo vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2 | 1 | F | |
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 0 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2004 Bentley Continental GT | 0 | 3 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
Does the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo: hose, piping, and connections (September 2012). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 24, 2008 and the latest on April 4, 2013. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 15 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Lamborghini Gallardo year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Lamborghini Gallardo years have the most complaints?
2004 (2), 2006 (2), 2008 (1). See every Lamborghini Gallardo year compared.
What should I do if my 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data