LOTUS ELISE ( 23/09/2004 – 17/01/2011) DEFECT: The oil cooler pipes may detach from their fittings and deposit oil in the engine compartment on the road/tyres which can lead to increased risk of fire and loss of vehicle control. Only the pipes with the smooth bore ferrules are affected.
Remedy
Elise Exige and 211: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and repair or replace the oil cooler hoses. Evora: it is proposed that the oil cooler hose assemblies will be replaced with hoses that incorporate the current production released end fittings in accordance with Lotus workshop procedures.
| Recall Launch Date | 15/11/2014 |
| Recall No. | R/2014/066 |
| Models Affected | Elise Exige 211 and Evora |
| Manufacturer Ref | 2014/02R |
| VIN Start | SCCPA1111DHC82425 |
| VIN end | SCCLNBBL8BHF12872 |
| Build Start | 23/09/2004 |
| Build end | 17/01/2011 |
| Vehicle numbers (UK) | 1258 |
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