Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V179000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V179000 by Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.. Includes 87 affected units, UNDER-TORQUED REAR HUB FLANGE BOLTS, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Lotus is recalling 87 model year 2009 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from june 20, 2008 through may 5, 2009. the rear hub flange bolts on some of these vehicles may be under-torqued and may become loose. if that occurs, an insecure hub could lead to degradation in vehicle handling, and a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Lotus will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2009. owners may contact lotus toll-free at 1-800-245-6887.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V179000

Manufacturer: Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2009-05-26T00:00:00

Subject: Under-torqued rear hub flange bolts

Component: Wheels

Potentially Affected Units: 87

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Lotus is recalling 87 model year 2009 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from june 20, 2008 through may 5, 2009. the rear hub flange bolts on some of these vehicles may be under-torqued and may become loose. if that occurs, an insecure hub could lead to degradation in vehicle handling, and a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle.

Consequence Summary: If the problem is not addressed promptly, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action: Lotus will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2009. owners may contact lotus toll-free at 1-800-245-6887.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-vgny~ca8e-ainx

NHTSA ID: 09V179000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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