When people think of Lamborghinis, one of the first things that often comes to mind is their unique and iconic doors. Known within the automotive world as scissor doors, they’re more commonly referred to by enthusiasts and the general public as “Lambo doors.” These doors, which open upward rather than outward, have become a hallmark of Lamborghini’s design, so much so that numerous aftermarket companies offer conversion kits to give other vehicles the same dramatic flair. However, while these kits are designed to mimic the appearance and functionality of genuine Lamborghini doors, the original versions are currently facing a concerning safety issue. Specifically, 27 Lamborghini Revuelto owners are dealing with a defect that causes the doors to potentially fall when in the raised position—an ironic twist on the concept of “suicide doors.”
The issue first came to light in late June, during a pre-delivery inspection conducted by Lamborghini. During the check, technicians discovered that one of the Revuelto’s doors had a problem with a small but crucial component—a spherical pin. This pin, which is essential for keeping the door secure when it’s open, had not been properly tightened. As a result, the door could unexpectedly drop even when fully lifted. While the scissor door design may give the impression that raising the doors is effortless, the doors themselves are far from lightweight. If one were to fall, it could easily injure anyone standing nearby or reaching underneath it.
What’s particularly surprising is the size of the component responsible for this problem. The defective pin is incredibly small—so small that it can easily fit into the palm of a hand, possibly even a child’s hand. In diagrams provided by the manufacturer, the pin is labeled as position seven and is located at the bottom portion of the door’s support assembly. Lamborghini has announced that all affected vehicles will undergo inspections at authorized dealerships, where the pins will be checked to ensure they are secure. If the parts are found to be loose or defective, the pins will either be tightened to proper specifications or replaced entirely.
Fortunately, Lamborghini has not received any reports of injuries or incidents linked to the issue so far. The company plans to notify affected owners by mail between September 6 and 11. Dealerships were already informed of the defect as early as July 21, which means some of the affected vehicles may already have been repaired.