NHTSA Recall # | 94811 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 12V477000 |
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Manufacturer | LOTUS CARS USA, INC. |
Supplier | LOTUS |
Brand | LOTUS |
Model | EVORA |
Model Year | 2011 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
Date of notification | 10/12/12 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/02/11 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/09/11 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 01/10/12 |
Report created | 01/10/12 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 80 |
Defect summary | 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. |
Consequence summary | The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire. |
Corrective action | 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. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |