Recall Radar

2010 Lotus Elise recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2010 Lotus Elise. The most recent was reported on May 27, 2014.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
May 27, 201414V-280Engine and engine cooling: engine860

Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine

May 27, 2014 · Lotus Cars Limited · Campaign 14V-280

What is wrong: Lotus Cars USA, Inc. (Lotus) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from November 2007 to July 2011, and 2011 Evora vehicles manufactured September 2010 through September 2011. The oil cooler hose may detach from its fitting.

Risk: A detached oil hose 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.

The fix: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings on the Elise and Exige vehicles and will replace the oil cooler hose assemblies on the Evora vehicles, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887. Lotus' number for this recall is 201401R (Elise/Exige), and 2014/02R (Evora). Note: This recall is an expansion of recalls 11V-510 and 13V-041.

Other model years of the Lotus Elise

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Lotus Elise have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2010 Lotus Elise, the most recent reported on May 27, 2014. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2010 Lotus Elise?

Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.