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NHTSARecalled Oct 1, 2012 · #12V477000

Engine Oil Feed Pipe May Rupture

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Lotus is recalling certain model year 2011 Evora supercharged vehicles manufactured from February 2011 through September 2011, equipped with a three-piece oil feed pipe with a flexible hose section. This engine mounted oil feed pipe, used to supply oil to the engine cylinder head, can rupture. The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Engine Oil Feed Pipe May Rupture
  • 2011 Evora supercharged
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Lotus Cars USA, Inc.
Model numbers
2011 Evora
UPCs

What you should do

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil feed pipe free of charge. The safety recall began on December 10, 2012. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

View the official CPSC notice