Lotus Elise: Risk Of Fire

Lotus Vehicles Recall Summary Lotus is recalling approximately 5,032 Elise, 211, Evora, and Exige vehicles because oil cooler pipes may detach and spill oil in the engine compartment, creating a fire hazard and potentially affecting vehicle control. The issue affects only pipes with smooth bore ferrules. Lotus will repair or replace the affected oil cooler hoses and hose assemblies depending on the vehicle model.

Recalling firm

LOTUS

Product

Vehicles: LOTUS ELISE, LOTUS 211, LOTUS EVORA, LOTUS EXIGE. Units affected: 5,032

Reason

The oil cooler pipes may detach from their fittings and deposit oil in the engine compartment on the road/tyres which can lead to increased risk of fire and loss of vehicle control. Only the pipes with the smooth bore ferrules are affected. Remedy: Elise Exige and 211: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and repair or replace the oil cooler hoses. Evora: it is proposed that the oil cooler hose assemblies will be replaced with hoses that incorporate the current production released end fittings in accordance with Lotus workshop procedures.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2014-11-15

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/791d7162-76bc-4d21-ae8f-7b0ac56cbbe0