Recall 98V-162: 1997–1998 Lamborghini Diablo

AUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Jul 20, 1998, covering about 63 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-162
Report date
Jul 20, 1998
Vehicles affected
63
Owners notified
Aug 3, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air bags. A supplementary rubber windshield header protector to be installed by the vehicle owner onto the windshield header when driving with the vehicle's top removed was omitted.

The risk

Injury to unbelted occupants could occur if the vehicle's top is removed and the vehicle is involved in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the windshield header rail trim panel and provide the owner with the missing supplemental rubber windshield header rail protector.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin august 3, 1998.owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact lamborghini at 1-714-261-8872.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAUTOMOBILI LAMBORGHINI
ComponentStructure › Body › Roof and Pillars
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V162000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lamborghini Diablo1997, 1998All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 98V-162?

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with air bags. A supplementary rubber windshield header protector to be installed by the vehicle owner onto the windshield header when driving with the vehicle's top removed was omitted.

How is recall 98V-162 fixed?

Dealers will replace the windshield header rail trim panel and provide the owner with the missing supplemental rubber windshield header rail protector.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.