Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 Evora supercharged vehicles manufactured from February 2011
— Recall Campaign #12V477000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 80 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
12V477000
| Manufacturer: | Lotus Cars Limited |
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| Recall date: | October 01, 2012 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 12V477000 |
| Units affected: | 80 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.