Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
LOTUS
Model Of Vehicle
EVORA
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
12V477000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling
Effect Of Defect
The Ruptured Pipe Can Result In Oil Loss And Engine Damage, And Oil Sprayed Onto Hot Engine Components May Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110201
End Of Manufacture
20110901
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
80
Date Owners Notified
20121210
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Limited
Date Report Received
20121001