Lotus 2007–2008 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled February 5, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13V041000 · Lotus
Hazard
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.
Remedy
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.
Units
451 units
Description
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.
What to do
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.
Product
Lotus ELISE · Lotus EXIGE
Manufacturer(s)
Lotus Cars Limited
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →