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
makesAndModelsmodel 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.