Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V082000 Reported March 19, 2002

Lamborghini/steering column coupler

Lamborghini (automobili Lamborghini) · Steering · 28 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V082000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
28
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 19, 2002

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles, the lower steering column shaft coupling may have been installed onto the input shaft of the steering rack with too much clearance between the bottom of the coupling and the steering rack input shaft housing.

Safety Consequence

As a result, the lower steering column shaft coupling could separate from the input shaft of the steering rack, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will adjust, if necessary, the clearance between the lower steering column shaft coupling and the steering rack input shaft housing, and re-tighten the coupling locking bolt. owner notification began april 1, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lamborghini at 1-781-788-0600.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Lamborghini (automobili Lamborghini) dealer and reference recall ID 02V082000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V082000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V082000?

NHTSA recall 02V082000 was issued by Lamborghini (automobili Lamborghini) on March 19, 2002. It addresses: Lamborghini/steering column coupler. The recall affects approximately 28 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Lamborghini (automobili Lamborghini) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V082000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.