Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

12V477000

ManufacturerLOTUS CARS USA, INC.Reported2012-10-01Affected80 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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.

Risk

The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →

Affected vehicles

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