Elise

All recall notices.

1. BOLTS SECURING THE FUEL RAIL TO THE CYCLINDER HEAD MAY FAIL.

   R/2019/412 · 20 Feb 2020

   20 Feb 2020

   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

   Build window

   Built 15 May 2012 – 30 Jun 2019

   ~762 vehicles affected

2. REDUCTION OF BRAKING EFFICIENCY

   R/2016/223 · 29 Sep 2016

   29 Sep 2016

   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.

   Build window

   Built 14 Mar 2016 – 28 Sep 2016

   ~56 vehicles affected

3. RISK OF FIRE

   R/2014/066 · 15 Nov 2014

   15 Nov 2014

   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.

   Build window

   Built 23 Sep 2004 – 17 Jan 2011

   ~1,258 vehicles affected

4. WHEEL HUB MAY BECOME INSECURE

   R/2009/057 · 1 Jun 2009

   1 Jun 2009

   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.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2009 – 22 May 2009

   ~288 vehicles affected

5. GEAR LEVER MAY BREAK

   R/2005/186 · 8 Feb 2006

   8 Feb 2006

   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.

   Build window

   Built 21 Jan 2004 – 8 Feb 2005

   ~764 vehicles affected

6. FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BOLTS CONCERN

   R/2002/066 · 5 Aug 2002

   5 Aug 2002

   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.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jul 2001 – 31 Aug 2001

   ~94 vehicles affected

7. STEERING RACK MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO PREMATURE WEAR AND POSSIBLE TOOTH DAMAGE.

   R/2001/063 · 16 Jun 2001

   16 Jun 2001

   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.

   Build window

   Built 1 Sep 1998 – 31 Jan 1999

   ~338 vehicles affected

8. FUEL MAY LEAK WHEN FILLING AND CORNERING

   R/2001/014 · 9 Feb 2001

   9 Feb 2001

   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.

   Build window

   Built 1 Oct 1999 – 31 Jan 2001

   ~1,509 vehicles affected

9. POSSIBILITY OF FUEL LEAKAGE

   R/1999/074 · 4 Sep 1999

   4 Sep 1999

   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.

   Build window

   From 19 Jul 1999

   ~213 vehicles affected

10. REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK BOLT MAY BECOME LOOSE

    R/1998/050 · 17 Jun 1998

    17 Jun 1998

    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.

    Build window

    Built 1 Jun 1996 – 30 Jun 1998

    ~3,780 vehicles affected