Recall 96V244000 — AIR BAGS Defect in 1995-1997 LOTUS ESPRIT
RECALL This recall affects up to 240 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 96V244000 |
| Manufacturer | LOTUS CARS OF AMERICA INC |
| Vehicles Affected | 240 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT SYSTEM WARNING LABELS ARE MISSING FROM THE SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 108, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Safety Consequence
THE VEHICLE OCCUPANT MAY NOT PROPERLY UNDERSTAND THE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM AND THE NEED TO USE SEAT BELTS.
Remedy
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. IF THEY SO DESIRE, THEY CAN HAVE THEIR DEALERS INSTALL THESE LABELS FOR THEM.
Related Recalls for LOTUS
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V263000 | 2017 LOTUS EVORA | STRUCTURE | 424 | |
| 18V781000 | 2018 LOTUS EVORA | STEERING | 36 | |
| 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 |