Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V041000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V041000 by Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.. Affecting model year 2007-2008 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from december 1, 2006, through october 31, 2007 Includes 451 affected units, Oil cooler line detachment, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2007-2008 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from december 1, 2006, through october 31, 2007

Defect Summary

Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from december 1, 2006, through october 31, 2007. the oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.

Corrective Action

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. the safety recall began on march 4, 2013. owners may contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V041000

Manufacturer: Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2013-02-05T00:00:00

Subject: Oil cooler line detachment

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 451

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2013/01R

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from december 1, 2006, through october 31, 2007. 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 replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. the safety recall began on march 4, 2013. 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: 13V041000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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