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2014 Lamborghini AventadorRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2014 Lamborghini Aventador. Most complaints involve engine (1) and fuel/propulsion system (1). The EPA rates it 12–13 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
12–13mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Jun 2018
Owner complaints
1
Top: engine
Fuel cost / yr
$6,150est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Free remedy

Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Lamborghini Aventador Coupe and Roadster vehicles. The engine may stall unexpectedly during certain driving conditions such as when the accelerator pedal is released below 2000 rpms while the transmission is automatically down shifting to a lower gear.

Engine and engine coolingReported Jun 12, 2018NHTSA 18V391000

Fuel system, gasoline

Free remedy

Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Aventador Coupe and Aventador Roadster vehicles. In certain driving conditions while the vehicle has a full gas tank, gasoline may contact the exhaust system.

Fuel system, gasolineReported Feb 3, 2017NHTSA 17V073000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 31, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2016 – Jan 2016
  1. Engine1
  2. Fuel/propulsion system1

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 model year we’ve synced.

Only one model year synced so far.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 31, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Engine

1 report1 fire
“HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=TMAMYY4EJEQ HTTP://WWW.NYDAILYNEWS.COM/AUTOS/NEWS/JOYRIDING-VALET-SENDS-LAMBORGHINI-AVENTADOR-FLAMES-ARTICLE-1.2501660”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 25, 2016Engine, Fuel/propulsion systemFire reportedODI 10822109

Fuel/propulsion system

1 report1 fire
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 31, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 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 31, 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 Coupe
Auto (AM-S7), 12 cyl, 6.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
111813$6,150676
Aventador Veneno Coupe
Auto (AM-S7), 12 cyl, 6.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
111713$6,150692
Aventador Roadster
Auto (AM-S7), 12 cyl, 6.5 L · All-Wheel Drive
101612$6,650742
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 31, 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 2014 Lamborghini Aventador as of Oct 31, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 31, 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

2014 Aventador questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Lamborghini Aventador have?

2 safety recalls as of Oct 31, 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 2014 Lamborghini Aventador problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Lamborghini Aventador get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Lamborghini Aventador at 12–13 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 31, 2026