Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V314000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V314000 by Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.. Affecting model year 2011 evora supercharged vehicles equipped with a manual transmission and manufactured september 2010 through september 2011 Includes 80 affected units, Possible Oil Hose Rupture, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2011 evora supercharged vehicles equipped with a manual transmission and manufactured september 2010 through september 2011

Defect Summary

Lotus cars usa, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2011 evora supercharged vehicles equipped with a manual transmission and manufactured september 2010 through september 2011. The engine oil cooler hose may chafe and rupture resulting in oil loss.

Corrective Action

Lotus will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on december 11, 2013. owners may contact lotus at 1-770-476-6564. lotus' campaign number is 2013/03r.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V314000
Manufacturer: Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2013-07-16T00:00:00
Subject: Possible oil hose rupture
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 80

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2013/03R
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Lotus cars usa, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2011 evora supercharged vehicles equipped with a manual transmission and manufactured september 2010 through september 2011. The engine oil cooler hose may chafe and rupture resulting in oil loss.
Consequence Summary: Engine oil may be ejected onto the road or rear wheels which could cause a reduction in vehicle control and potential engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. engine oil sprayed onto a heat source may also lead to a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action: Lotus will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on december 11, 2013. owners may contact lotus at 1-770-476-6564. lotus' campaign number is 2013/03r.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 80

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NHTSA ID: 13V314000
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