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Volkswagen China has announced a recall of 48 Lamborghini cars due to defective fuel tanks, according to China's market regulator.

The recall involves 32 Aventador S Coupe vehicles manufactured between June 10, 2017 and April 5, 2018, and 16 Aventador S Roadster vehicles made between Jan. 16, 2018 and April 16, 2018, the State Administration for Market Regulation said in a statement.

The vehicles may pose safety risks due to defective fuel tanks, according to the statement.

Volkswagen China has promises to replace the defective fuel tanks free of charge to ensure safety