Recall 18V781000 — STEERING Defect in 2018-2018 LOTUS EVORA
RECALL This recall affects up to 36 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V781000 |
| Manufacturer | Lotus Cars Limited |
| Vehicles Affected | 36 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Lotus Cars Limited (Lotus) is recalling certain 2018 Lotus Evora vehicles. Due to an assembly error, in the event of a frontal collision, the steering column may not properly collapse to absorb some of the impact energy.
Safety Consequence
If the steering column does not collapse as intended in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887. Lotus' number for this recall is 2018/01R.
Related Recalls for LOTUS
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V263000 | 2017 LOTUS EVORA | STRUCTURE | 424 | |
| 14V280000 | 2011 LOTUS EXIGE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 860 | |
| 13V314000 | 2011 LOTUS EVORA | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS | 80 | |
| 13V216000 | 2013 LOTUS EVORA | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 28 | |
| 13V041000 | 2007 LOTUS ELISE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS | 451 | |
| 11V510000 | 2007 LOTUS ELISE | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS | 5,041 | |
| 12V477000 | 2011 LOTUS EVORA | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 80 | |
| 11V541000 | 2011 LOTUS ELISE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT | 78 | |
| 09V179000 | 2009 LOTUS ELISE | WHEELS:HUB | 87 | |
| 05V571000 | 2005 LOTUS ELISE | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1,740 |