Exige

All recall notices.

1. 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

2. 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

3. ENGINE MANAGEMENT

   R/2002/074 · 22 Jul 2002

   22 Jul 2002

   Defect

   In the event of a severe engine misfire the catalytic convertor could overheat which may subsequently result in a fire risk.

   Remedy

   Reprogramme the ECU to incorporate a misfire detection system which will take remedial action in the event of a severe misfire.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2000 – 31 Jan 2002

   ~468 vehicles affected

4. BRAKE PIPE CHAFING

   R/2002/094 · 22 Jul 2002

   22 Jul 2002

   Defect

   Brake pipe routed along by battery on right hand drive models with air conditioning may rub into battery causing an acid spill. This could result in damage to the brake pipe and a loss of braking efficiency.

   Remedy

   Examine the brake pipe and battery casing for damage and reposition brake pipe. Renew brake pipe and/or battery if necessary.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jul 2000 – 31 Jan 2002

   ~468 vehicles affected

5. 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