LOTUS ELISE UK Recall Check

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2019/412 (762)

Manufacturer Reference

2019/02R

Defect

Bolts securing the fuel rail to the cylinder head may fail.

Remedy

The spacers and fuel rail securing bolts will be replaced with new revised parts

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2016/223 (56)

Manufacturer Reference

201601R

Defect

An error in production of the brake master cylinder may cause a reduction in braking efficiency.

Remedy

Replace the brake master cylinder on affected vehicles.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2014/066 (1258)

Manufacturer Reference

2014/02R

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."

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2009/057 (288)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

The bolts securing the rear wheel hubs to the suspension may not have been correctly tightened.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and check bolts for correct torque and if necessary remove and re-install bolts.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2005/186 (764)

Manufacturer Reference

2006/01R

Defect

It has been found that there is a small risk that the gear lever may break if subjected to high handling force.

Remedy

Recall the likely to be affected vehicles and where necessary replace the gear lever and associated parts.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2002/066 (94)

Manufacturer Reference

2002/1R

Defect

There is a slight chance that one or more of the tapped holes for the four bolts securing the two halves of the brake caliper body together has not been threaded through the full depth of the hole. The structural integrity of any such caliper may be compromised with the risk of fatigue failure of the caliper occurring after an extended period.

Remedy

Check the caliper tapped holes. If any incomplete threading is found the brake caliper is to be replaced.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/063 (338)

Manufacturer Reference

2001/3R

Defect

A batch of steering rack assemblies has been identified as having been built with rack bars which have been subjected to an incorrect heat treatment rendering them susceptible to premature wear and possible tooth damage.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles for a check of the steering rack assembly batch number. If this is confirmed as within the suspect batch the steering rack assembly is to be renewed.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/2001/014 (1509)

Manufacturer Reference

2001/2R

Defect

The hose connecting a spigot on the filler neck to the fuel tank top surface has been found to be of an incorrect material specification. The suspect hoses have a reduced resistance to tearing and rupturing forces exacerbated by careless or incorrect fitting.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace fuel filler breather hose with modified type.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/1999/074 (213)

Manufacturer Reference

1999/1R

Defect

The fuel line push fit connectors may not be to the manufacturers specification. In consequence it is possible that fuel leakage may occur and initiate an engine bay fire.

Remedy

Affected vehicles are being recalled for replacement of the original fuel line connectors with quality assured versions.

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Recalls Number (Vehicles Effected)

R/1998/050 (3780)

Manufacturer Reference

Defect

Rear suspension toe link to hub carrier securing bolt may become loose and cause unstable handling.

Remedy

Remove and examine the subject securing bolt renew bolt where found necessary ensure that threads are clean apply approved locking compound refit and tighten bolt to the specified torque.