Model year
2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 2 complaints for the 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1), FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE (1). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 12–13 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $6,300–$6,850, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2004 2 complaints
- 2005 0 complaints
- 2006 2 complaints
- 2007 0 complaints
- 2008 1 complaints
- 2009 0 complaints
- 2010 0 complaints
- 2011 0 complaints
- 2012 0 complaints
- 2013 0 complaints
- 2014 0 complaints
Recalls
12V430000 · Sep 4, 2012
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
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.
06V057000 · Feb 24, 2006
SUSPENSION
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE BOLTED CONNECTIONS ON THE SUSPENSION'S DOUBLE WISHBONES MAY COME LOOSE OVER TIME OR UNDER EXTREME LOADING.
Complaints
2 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 2, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE08007 | ALLEGED ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; FUEL SYSTEM,… | Jan 29, 2008 | Jun 4, 2008 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-140/715 Gallardo · 5L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 10 | 15 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
| L-140/715 Gallardo · 5L · Manual 6-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 10 | 16 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
| L-140/715 Gallardo · 5L · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 11 | 17 | 13 | — | — | $6,300 |
| L-140/715 Gallardo · 5L · Automatic (S6) · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 11 | 16 | 12 | — | — | $6,850 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.