Is This A Lemon?

NHTSA recall campaign

18V781000

ManufacturerLotus Cars LimitedReported2018-11-06Affected36 vehicles

What was wrong

Defect

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.

Risk

If the steering column does not collapse as intended in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Affected vehicles

1 entry