Defect Description For Recall
Lotus Cars Limited (Lotus) Is Recalling Certain 2018 Lotus Evora Vehicles. Due To An Assembly Error, In The Event Of A Frontal Collision, The Steering Column May Not Properly Collapse To Absorb Some Of The Impact Energy.
Make Of Vehicle
LOTUS
Model Of Vehicle
EVORA
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
18V781000
Component Description
Steering
Effect Of Defect
If The Steering Column Does Not Collapse As Intended In A Crash, It Can Increase The Risk Of Injury.
Fix Defect
Lotus Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Correct The Steering Column Assembly, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began December 4, 2018. Owners May Contact Lotus Customer Service At 1-800-245-6887. Lotus’ Number For This Recall Is 2018/01R.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Limited
Start Of Manufacture
20180421
End Of Manufacture
20181002
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
36
Date Owners Notified
20181204
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Limited
Date Report Received
20181106
Make Campaign Number
2018/01R