Lamborghini Murcielago Recall R/2010/140: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2010/140. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Urgent
How serious
21 May 2010
Launched
68
vehicles in the UK
R/2010/140
DVSA reference

Lamborghini recalled Murcielago vehicles built between 30 September 2005 and 14 April 2008. It is possible due to fuel surge and vehicle vibration that the spot welds on the fuel pump support bracket within the fuel tank may fail. The dealer will replace the fuel tank. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

It is possible due to fuel surge and vehicle vibration that the spot welds on the fuel pump support bracket within the fuel tank may fail. This can result in a small fuel leak onto the floor and if an external heat source is present then this could result in a fire.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: It is possible due to fuel surge and vehicle vibration that the spot welds on the fuel pump support bracket within the fuel tank may fail. This can result in a small fuel leak onto the floor and if an external heat source is present then this could result in a fire. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace the fuel tank.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a small fuel leak onto the floor and if an external heat source is present then this could result in a fire.

The Fix

The dealer will replace the fuel tank.

Are You Affected?

Murcielago built between 30 September 2005 and 14 April 2008 may be included. Lamborghini estimates 68 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Lamborghini, because not every car in the date range may be included.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Lamborghini.
  2. Book with any franchised Lamborghini dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2010/140. See how to get a Lamborghini recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
LaunchedVehicle and faultSeverityReference
Gallardo, Gallardo Spyder, Murcielago, RoadsterRear brake discs may detachUrgentR/2013/111
Urus SEUrus SE high-pressure fuel pumpUrgentR/2025/411
UrusThe integrity of the quick connector of the fuel line in the engine compartment may be compromisedUrgentR/2021/369
Aventador, Aventador J, Aventador Roadster, Veneno and 1 moreRisk of fireUrgentR/2017/047
Gallardo, Gallardo SpyderRisk of fireUrgentR/2012/096

This is one of 22 Lamborghini recalls in DVSA’s data. The one launched after it was R/2012/096 on 1 Oct 2012, for risk of fire. You can also see every Lamborghini recall, all recalls launched in 2010 and fire risk recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2010/140, launched 21 May 2010. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.