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2004 Lamborghini Gallardo problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2004 compare to other Gallardo years?

Gallardo NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted2 complaints2004: 2 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 2 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 0 complaints
Gallardo NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes150%
Transmission150%

Does the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V430000SteeringSeptember 4, 2012 · 1,491 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 5, 2006 · fire

“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”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 30, 2013 · crash

2004 Lamborghini Gallardo — common questions

Is the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.