Recall 13V041000: 2007–2008 Lotus Elise, 2007–2008 Lotus Exige
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 5, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 451
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from December 1, 2006, through October 31, 2007. The oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.
The risk
A detached oil line could spray oil on a tire, increasing the risk of a crash, or it could spray oil throughout the engine compartment increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 4, 2013. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.
Notes
Lotus' number for this recall is 2013/01R.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2007 Lotus Elise
- 2008 Lotus Elise
- 2007 Lotus Exige
- 2008 Lotus Exige
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V041000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2013/01R
- Manufacturer
- Lotus Cars USA, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 4, 2013
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling (Engine); Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittings (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology