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2018 Lamborghini Aventador SRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint for the 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S. Most complaints involve power train (1). The EPA rates it 12 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
12mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest Oct 2019
Owner complaints
1
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$6,650est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Electrical system: software

Free remedy

Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Aventador S Coupè and Aventador S Roadster vehicles. The engine management software may allow the engine to stall when coasting to a stop.

Electrical systemReported Oct 2, 2019NHTSA 19V696000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2021 – May 2021
  1. Power train1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Aventador S model year we’ve synced.

Only one model year synced so far.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

1 report
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR S. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE FROM PRESTIGE IMPORTS MIAMI (14800 BISCAYNE BLVD, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33181) THE VEHICLE STALLED TWICE WHILE TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE TO A TRAILER. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT TO PLUG-IN THE VEHICLE TO PREVENT BATTERY DRAINAGE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE STEERING WHEEL CEASED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD STALLED AT LEAST 26 TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAMBORGHINI LONG ISLAND (115 S SERVICE RD, JERICHO, NY 11753) WHERE THE TIRES, BATTERY, CLUTCH, AND ALTERNATOR WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO LAMBORGHINI STERLING (21826 PACIFIC BLVD, STERLING, VA 20166) WHERE THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WERE AWAITING A DISTRIBUTION BOX REPLACEMENT SINCE THE DISTRIBUTION BOX WAS INSTALLED IMPROPERLY CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. THE VEHICLE REMAINED AT THE DEALER UNREPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO TRANSPORT THE VEHICLE TO THE HEADQUARTERS IN STERLING VA, FOR THE…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 5, 2021Power trainODI 11415258
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Two Seaters
Engines
6.5L 12-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (AM-S7)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Aventador S Coupe
Auto (AM-S7), 12 cyl, 6.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
101712$6,650731
Aventador S Roadster
Auto (AM-S7), 12 cyl, 6.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
101612$6,650751
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2018 Aventador S questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S have?

1 safety recall as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S get?

The EPA rates the 2018 Lamborghini Aventador S at 12 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026