Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #12V477000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V477000 by Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.. Affecting 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 Includes 80 affected units, Engine Oil Feed Pipe May Rupture, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

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

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V477000
Manufacturer: Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2012-10-01T00:00:00
Subject: Engine oil feed pipe may rupture
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 80

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: 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.
Consequence Summary: The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.
Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-9238-mg97~hn4f
NHTSA ID: 12V477000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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