Even unique supercars are often topic to remembers. Lamborghini simply issued one for each 2022 Countach LPI 800-4 delivered within the U.S. to this point. The recall impacts 9 automobiles.
The new Countach is being recalled because of rear glass panels that may detach from the automobile, in response to the NHTSA. Lamborghini blames a provider error, saying in a recall report that the provider didn’t appropriately bond the glass panels to the engine covers of affected automobiles.
The incorrectly-bonded panels might detach from the automobile whereas driving, creating a possible highway hazard, Lamborghini famous within the report. The automaker first grew to become conscious of this drawback in October after receiving a report from a dealership in Qatar about an issue with one of many 4 glass panels on the Countach’s engine cowl. Lamborghini isn’t conscious of any points with automobiles in different markets, nonetheless.
Dealers will examine and, if essential, substitute the glass freed from cost. Lamborghini plans to start mailing letters to house owners notifying them of the recall by Jan. 13, 2023.
Unveiled throughout 2021 Monterey Car Week, the Countach LPI 800-4 was constructed to rejoice the 50th anniversary of the Countach’s debut. Its styling is a contemporary interpretation of the enduring wedge-shaped authentic Countach, however the LPI 800-4 relies on the outgoing Lamborghini Aventador, and includes a hybrid powertrain producing 803 hp.
While it’s simply considered one of a number of Aventador-based particular editions to launch forward of that mannequin’s alternative, and isn’t any faster from 0-62 mph than the non-hybrid Aventador Ultimae coupe, the Countach LPI 800-4 had no hassle discovering consumers. The total 112-unit manufacturing run reportedly sold out shortly after the automobile’s reveal regardless of a price ticket estimated to be effectively inside the seven-figure vary. Lamborghini started delivering automobiles earlier this yr.
This article was initially printed by Motor Authority, an editorial associate of ClassicCars.com.
