Lotus/fmvss 208/air bag warning labels
Defect Summary
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no, 208, "occupant crash protection." certain air bag warning labels are required on both sun visors and the above vehicles failed to have the required labels affixed to the driver's side sun visor.
Safety Consequence
The absence of the labels could create a risk to motor vehicle safety if the operation of the air bag system and the need to use seat belts is not properly understood. improper usage could cause injuries in the event of air bag deployment when there is a crash.
Corrective Action
Owners will be provided with labels and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2004. owners should contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.
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FAQ: Recall 04V001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V001000?
NHTSA recall 04V001000 was issued by Lotus Cars Limited on January 5, 2004. It addresses: Lotus/fmvss 208/air bag warning labels. The recall affects approximately 660 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Lotus Cars Limited dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V001000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.