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Lotus Recall
Information
Last Updated -
December, 2011 |
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NEWS:
Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 Elise vehicles; Turn Signal Flasher
Unit
NOVEMBER 2011 -- Lotus is recalling certain
model year 2011 Elise vehicles manufactured from June 2010, through February
2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle
safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated
equipment." these vehicles were fitted with turn signal modules which were not
compatible with the revised front headlight configuration which includes the
integral front led turn signal units. The incompatible module may, under certain
conditions cause all the led turn signal lamps to flash at an erratic frequency
when the hazard warning switch is depressed. In addition, in the event that
either a front or rear turn signal lamp fails to illuminate or does not flash at
the correct frequency when operated, the remaining functioning signal lamps on
that vehicles side as well as the instrument turn tell tale lamp will not flash
at an increased rate as intended. The driver will not be visually alerted to the
fact that one or more of the vehicles turn signal lamps is not operating
correctly, increasing the risk of a crash. Lotus will notify owners, and dealers
will replace the turn signal module free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet
provided an owner notification schedule. 11V-541
MORE RECALL INFO:
NHTSA Recall Info |
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OCTOBER 2011 --
Lotus is recalling certain
model year 2005-2006 Elise
and Exige vehicles
manufactured from June 1,
2004, through November 30,
2006. The oil cooler line
may become detached from its
fitting. A detached oil line
could spray oil on a tire,
increasing the risk of a
crash, or it could spray oil
throughout the engine
compartment increasing the
risk of a fire. Lotus will
notify owners, and dealers
will repair the vehicles as
necessary free of charge.
The manufacturer has not yet
provided an owner
notification schedule.
Owners may contact Lotus at
1-800-245-6887. 11V-510
MAY
2009 -- Lotus is recalling 27 Model
Year 2009 Elise and Exige
vehicles manufactured from
January 14 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. If the
problem is not addressed
promptly, the driver could
lose control of the vehicle,
resulting in a crash. 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.
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