NHTSA Campaign Id 95V186000; Date: Oct. 3, 1995
The rotating flange can apply pressure against the cylinders causing the cylinders to become loose. This can result in a loss of torque for the lug nut, and consequently, the wheel could loosen, causing a possible loss of vehicle control.
Recalled Vehicles:1992 Lamborghini Diablo
Component: Wheels:rim
Manufactured by: Automobili Lamborghini
Affected Units:: 26
Recall Summary:The rear of the wheel center section was painted causing a loss of friction between the wheel center piece and the flange (backing plate) enabling the flange to rotate and/or the sleeve through which the lug studs pass were not properly inserted in the wheels.
How to Fix:Dealers will inspect each wheel. If the wheels are not the correct type, any and/or all of the original wheels will be replaced with a new properly manufactured wheel.
Recall Notes:System: wheels; rim. Vehicle description: passenger vehicles (diablo s. E. Models only)note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time,should contact lamborgini at 1-800-882-5872. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 6, 1995
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