2005-2007 Lotus Elise, Lotus Exige and others recall: engine and engine cooling

Lotus Cars Ltd reported this safety recall on October 14, 2011. It covers about 5,041 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 5,041
reported: Oct 14, 2011
owners notified: Jan 9, 2013
related complaints: 56

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong: Lotus is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from june 1, 2004, through november 30, 2006. The oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 19, 2011. Owners may contact lotus at 1‑800‑245‑6887.

Recall number 11V510000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 56 complaints about engine problems.

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Questions about recall 11V510000

Is there a recall on the 2005-2007 Lotus Elise, Lotus Exige and others engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 11V510000, reported on October 14, 2011, covers about 5,041 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V510000?

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before december 19, 2011. Owners may contact lotus at 1‑800‑245‑6887.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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