Lotus 2011 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled October 1, 2012 · NHTSA recall 12V477000 · Lotus
Hazard
The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.
Remedy
Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil feed pipe free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.
Units
80 units
Description
Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 Evora supercharged vehicles manufactured from February 2011 through September 2011, equipped with a three-piece oil feed pipe with a flexible hose section. This engine mounted oil feed pipe, used to supply oil to the engine cylinder head, can rupture.
What to do
Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil feed pipe free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.
Product
Lotus EVORA
Manufacturer(s)
Lotus Cars Limited
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →