Used Lamborghini Huracán Buying Guide: Known Issues, Recalls and Running Costs

The Huracán is the best-selling supercar in Lamborghini's history, with more than 25,000 sold over ten years, according to Lamborghini. It replaced the Gallardo in 2014, anchored the brand's lineup for a decade, and was the last of Lamborghini's naturally aspirated V10 cars. It shares its platform and much of its hidden hardware with the Audi R8, and PistonHeads describes almost everything you can't see as "more or less pure R8 V10 Plus." That German engineering is a big reason it offers a level of usability and reliability that is rare among mid-engined supercars.

Still, plenty of cars on the market doesn't make every Huracán a safe buy. The V10 has a strong reputation, but the electronics, the option-heavy equipment and the expensive wear parts all deserve close scrutiny. This guide covers the differences between versions, the documented problem areas, the most important pre-purchase inspection items and what it realistically costs to run one.

The Huracán lineup at a glance

Production: 2014 to 2024.
Engine: a 5.2-liter naturally aspirated V10 with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox in every version.
LP610-4 (2014–2019): the original all-wheel-drive car, with 602 hp, sold as a Coupe and a Spyder.
LP580-2 (2016–2019): rear-wheel drive, rated at 572 hp, lighter and noticeably more playful to drive.
Performante (2017–2019): the track-focused version, with 631 hp, lightweight Forged Composite parts and Lamborghini's active aerodynamics system (ALA).
EVO (2019–2024) and EVO RWD (2020–2024): the mid-cycle refresh, with updated styling and a new touchscreen infotainment system. The all-wheel-drive EVO has 631 hp and rear-wheel steering. The EVO RWD has 602 hp and does without rear-wheel steering.
STO (2021–2024), Tecnica (2022–2024) and Sterrato (2023–2024): the final, more specialized versions. The rear-wheel-drive STO and Tecnica both have 631 hp. The off-road, all-wheel-drive Sterrato has 602 hp, and Lamborghini built 1,499 of them worldwide.

Note: Limited-run versions sell at a significant premium. On these cars, documentation and original factory equipment are critical to holding their value.

Key mechanical and technical issues

1. Dual-clutch gearbox behavior

The Huracán's dual-clutch gearbox is the same family Audi uses in the R8. It is far more refined than the single-clutch E-Gear used in the Gallardo, but low-speed behavior still needs careful evaluation.

Symptoms: hesitant or rough shifts between first and second gear, or a lag when the car first moves off.
Assessment: minor roughness when cold often settles once the car is fully warm. Harsh shifts or clunks that persist when warm call for a full dealer diagnostic, including a clutch wear read-out.
Repair costs: Automonitor estimates a clutch replacement at $5,000 to $8,000 at an independent specialist and $8,000 to $12,000 at a franchised dealer. Car Collector International puts clutch and software work at $4,000 to $10,000+. Treat these as ranges, not quotes.

2. Hydraulic front lift

Almost every Huracán was ordered with the hydraulic front lift, and PistonHeads notes that a car without one is hard to resell. It protects the nose and splitter from driveways and speed bumps, so make sure it works.

Symptoms: slow operation, a nose that drops back down too soon, a lift that stops partway, or a "lifting failure" warning on the instrument display.
Assessment: cycle the lift several times during the inspection. Listen for a pump that whines or runs on, and check that the nose rises and lowers evenly.

3. Electronics and infotainment

Pre-facelift cars (2014–2019): PistonHeads reports occasional rear-camera "unavailable" warnings and random limp mode that usually clears after a restart. A rear-camera fault was also the subject of a U.S. recall (see below).
EVO models (2019–2024): the vertical touchscreen can freeze, go blank or stop responding, and owners report dropped Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay connections, according to PistonHeads, Carchecker and Lamborghini Talk forum threads. Pair your phone, play audio and work through every menu while the car is parked, and confirm that all software updates have been done by an authorized dealer.

4. Carbon-ceramic brakes and fluid

Carbon-ceramic brakes were standard on the LP610-4 and the all-wheel-drive EVO, and optional on the LP580-2 and EVO RWD, per Lamborghini's press kits, PistonHeads and Car and Driver. The Performante, STO, Tecnica and Sterrato have their own setups, so confirm what a specific car has.

Assessment: some squeal at low speed under light braking is common and usually normal, per Carchecker. Look at the disc surfaces for lip wear, heavy pitting or damage, and have the discs checked properly during the inspection.
Maintenance: hard driving, especially in hot weather, can boil the brake fluid. Lamborghini's schedule calls for new brake fluid every two years, so check the records.
Replacement costs: new carbon-ceramics are very expensive, and estimates vary widely. An aftermarket four-rotor kit from RacingBrake is listed at about $12,350 before pads and labor. PistonHeads put a new factory set at over £30,000 at a UK dealer in 2020. Get a quote before you negotiate.

5. Front-end wear and bodywork

The Huracán sits low, so stone chips and road-debris damage are very common.

Inspect the front bumper, splitter and side sills for road rash or impact damage, and use a paint-depth gauge on every panel.
Look under the nose for damage to the radiators and the A/C condenser, and run the air conditioning on full cold for a few minutes. Car Collector International puts front-end refinishing at $2,500 to $9,000, depending on the work and on whether paint protection film (PPF) has to be replaced.

U.S. safety recalls

Have an authorized dealer check the VIN against NHTSA records, and confirm that every one of these campaigns has been completed. All details below come from NHTSA's recall records, checked October 2026.

Recall	Affected cars	Issue and fix
Headlight aim (23V-826)	About 7,805 2015–2024 Huracáns	Headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. Dealers update the software to deactivate the Tourist Mode and adaptive front-lighting (AFS) headlight functions.
Headlight adjuster caps (22V-081)	About 4,796 2015–2020 Huracáns	The caps covering the low-beam horizontal adjustment screws are missing, so the headlights can be knocked out of adjustment. Dealers fit the missing caps.
Rearview camera (21V-466)	About 2,701 2018–2021 Huracáns	Below 41°F (5°C) the rearview camera may not display. Fixed with a software update.
Low gearbox oil (22V-220)	9 cars: 2020–2022 EVO and 2022 STO	The gearbox may have too little transmission oil, which can cause clutch slip and, in some situations, an oil leak near hot exhaust parts and a fire risk. Dealers check and correct the oil level.
Driver's door handle (22V-422)	21 cars: 2022 EVO and STO	The outside driver's door handle may not be assembled properly, so the door may not open from outside. Dealers inspect and repair it.
High beams (24V-219)	22 2024 Huracáns	The high beams may not turn on. Dealers reconfigure the high-beam settings.
Front frame bracket (24V-701)	39 2024 Huracán EVO Spyders	The right front frame bracket may have been fitted on the wrong side, which could reduce crash protection for an unbelted passenger. Dealers inspect and refit it.

Most of these are small fixes, and a completed recall shouldn't put you off a car. Any open recall should be done before you buy.

Pre-purchase inspection (PPI) checklist

Always have a qualified Huracán specialist or an authorized dealer carry out a full inspection, covering:

VIN and open campaigns: confirm that all recall work is documented.
Diagnostic scan: read engine and gearbox control unit fault codes for current faults, misfires or past overheating.
Clutch wear read-out: pull the remaining clutch life from the gearbox control unit.
Cold start and idle: listen for valvetrain noise or the tick of an exhaust manifold leak. Car Collector International lists manifold cracking as a known issue.
Lift and suspension: cycle the front lift several times, and check the MagneRide dampers, where fitted, for oil misting or leaks.
Brakes: have the discs checked against Lamborghini's wear limits, and check pad life.
Underbody and structure: with the car on a lift, check the floor, front subframe, steering rack and heat shields for impact marks or cracks.
Infotainment and accessories: check the rear camera, climate control, instrument display and, on a Performante, the ALA active aero.
Service records: match stamped service books or invoices against the factory schedule to confirm annual services and fluid changes.

Ownership and running costs

Lamborghini's schedule, as published by Lamborghini Dallas and listed by Kelley Blue Book, calls for a service every 12 months or 9,000 miles. The two-year or 18,000-mile service adds spark plugs, coolant, brake fluid, pollen filters and a check of the drive belt. The three-year or 27,000-mile service adds gearbox oil.

Cost estimates vary a lot depending on mileage and who does the work:

Annual service: $1,500 to $2,500 at an independent shop or $2,500 to $4,000 at a franchised dealer, per Automonitor. For comparison, PistonHeads quoted a UK dealer's annual service from £1,339 and its major (spark plug) service from £2,355 in 2020.
Yearly maintenance budget: Automonitor estimates $4,000 to $7,000 a year for a car driven 12,000 miles, covering routine service, tires and brakes. Car Collector International puts total annual running costs at $6,000 to $20,000.

These figures don't include insurance, storage or depreciation, and they assume nothing major goes wrong.

Which Huracán to buy

LP610-4: the best balance of everyday drivability, traction and usability, and usually the most affordable way in.
LP580-2: ideal for purists who want a more engaging, rear-wheel-drive supercar.
EVO and EVO RWD: the newer cabin and, on the EVO, rear-wheel steering, but test the infotainment carefully.
Performante and STO: collectible, high-performance versions with premium prices, where complete service records matter most.

Whichever you choose, put a well-documented service history, a clean vehicle history report and a good pre-purchase inspection ahead of low mileage.

Sources

Disclaimer: This article is general information, not financial, legal or mechanical advice. Prices, recalls and known issues change and vary by car, region and shop, and the figures here are ranges from the sources listed. Always confirm details for the specific vehicle and get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a qualified specialist.