Defect Description For Recall
Lotus Is Recalling 87 Model Year 2009 Elise And Exige Vehicles Manufactured From June 20, 2008 Through May 5, 2009. The Rear Hub Flange Bolts On Some Of These Vehicles May Be Under-Torqued And May Become Loose. If That Occurs, An Insecure Hub Could Lead To Degradation In Vehicle Handling, And A Rubbing Noise From The Rear Of The Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
LOTUS
Model Of Vehicle
EXIGE
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
09V179000
Component Description
Wheels:Hub
Effect Of Defect
If The Problem Is Not Addressed Promptly, The Driver Could Lose Control Of The Vehicle, Resulting In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Lotus Will Notify Owners And Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Is Expected To Begin During June 2009. Owners May Contact Lotus Toll-Free At 1-800-245-6887.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20080620
End Of Manufacture
20090505
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
87
Date Owners Notified
20090630
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Limited
Date Report Received
20090526