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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 13V041000

2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Lotus Exige | 2008 Lotus Elise | 2008 Lotus Exige — Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings

Published February 11, 2013 · Recall initiated: February 5, 2013

Summary

NHTSA records recall 13V041000, published February 11, 2013 and initiated February 5, 2013. Recalling firm: Lotus Cars Limited; 2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Lotus Exige | 2008 Lotus Elise | 2008 Lotus Exige — Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings.

What's the hazard

Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from December 1, 2006, through October 31, 2007. The oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.

What to do

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 4, 2013. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

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Recall details

Brand
LOTUS
Model
ELISE
Manufacturer
Lotus Cars Limited
Lot
2007 LOTUS ELISE | 2007 LOTUS EXIGE | 2008 LOTUS ELISE | 2008 LOTUS EXIGE
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Lotus Exige | 2008 Lotus Elise | 2008 Lotus Exige — Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V041000 on February 11, 2013. Reported hazard: Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from December 1, 2006, through October 31, 2007. The oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.

What should I do if I have this product?

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 4, 2013. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: LOTUS. Model: ELISE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)