Lamborghini Aventador SVJ Recall R/2021/368: Loss Of Torque Of Engine Hood Hinge Screws May Result In Unlatched Hood, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 22 Mar 2021
- Launched
- 148
- vehicles in the UK
- L734-R.01.21
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Lamborghini recalled Aventador SVJ vehicles built between 27 April 2018 and 11 December 2020. Loss of torque of engine hood hinge screws may result in an unlatched hood. The dealer will replace the hood hinge screws with ones with thread lock. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Loss of torque of engine hood hinge screws may result in an unlatched hood.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: LOSS OF TORQUE OF ENGINE HOOD HINGE SCREWS MAY RESULT IN UNLATCHED HOOD Defect: Loss of torque of engine hood hinge screws may result in an unlatched hood. Remedy: Replace the hood hinge screws with ones with thread lock.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in an unlatched hood.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the hood hinge screws with ones with thread lock.
Are You Affected?
Aventador SVJ built between 27 April 2018 and 11 December 2020 may be included. Lamborghini estimates 148 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.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Lamborghini.
- Book with any franchised Lamborghini dealer, quoting the campaign code L734-R.01.21 or the DVSA reference R/2021/368. See how to get a Lamborghini recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aventador Roadster, Aventador SVJThe front frame suspension arm anchor bolt torque could be insufficient | Book soon | R/2021/319 | |
| Aventador Roadster, Aventador SVJThe bowden cable pin inside the internal door handles may not be correctly engaged | Book soon | R/2021/372 |
This is one of 22 Lamborghini recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lamborghini recall launched before it was R/2021/369 on 4 Dec 2020, for the integrity of the quick connector of the fuel line in the engine compartment may be…. The one launched after it was R/2021/325 on 10 Aug 2021, for the wheel centring bushes drive pegs may become loose. You can also see every Lamborghini recall and all recalls launched in 2021.
Source: DVSA recall R/2021/368, launched 22 March 2021. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- 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.