Lotus Cars Limited | NHTSA Recall #11V510000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V510000 by Lotus Cars Limited. Includes 5,041 affected units, OIL COOLER LINE DETACHMENT, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Lotus is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from june 1, 2004, through november 30, 2006. the oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.

Corrective Action

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 19, 2011. owners may contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V510000

Manufacturer: Lotus Cars Limited

Report Received Date: 2011-10-14T00:00:00

Subject: Oil cooler line detachment

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 5,041

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Lotus is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from june 1, 2004, through november 30, 2006. the oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 19, 2011. owners may contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V510000

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