CarRecallWatchThe 1991 Lotus Elan has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (13 reports).
1Recalls
13Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1991 Lotus Elan recalls
Most common 1991 Lotus Elan problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 13 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
FUEL TANK LEAKS WHEN OVER 1/2 FILLED
GAS TANK LEAKS FUEL IF YOU FILL IT UP.
WHILE PARKED ON A HILL AND GAS TANK IS FULL, FUEL LEAKS OUT. IF TANK IS HALF FULL AND ON A HILL, FUEL DOESN'T LEAK OUT. CONTACTED DEALER, CANNOT FIX PROBLEM.*AK CONSUMER HAS TO FILL THE GAS TANK TO 1/2 OF IT'S CAPACITY TO AVOID SMELLS AND SPILLAGE. *JG
NEAR THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK THERE IS A CRACK. WHEN FILLING VEHICLE UP WITH FUEL IT LEAKS. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND HAD IT REPAIRED. *AK DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK, IT WAS SPLIT ON ONE SIDE. WINDOW REGULATOR BROKE AND WAS INOPERATIVE. *SLC
FUEL TANK CRACKED, AND WAS LEAKING FUEL. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER FIXED IT TWICE, BUT PROBLEM STILL OCCURS.*AK
1991 Lotus Elan questions
Does the 1991 Lotus Elan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 Lotus Elan: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Lotus Elan?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (13), Visibility (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1991 Lotus Elan has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.