CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Lotus Cars Limited (Lotus) is recalling certain 2018 Lotus Evora vehicles. Due to an assembly error, in the event of a frontal collision, the steering column may not properly collapse to absorb some of the impact energy.
- Risk
- If the steering column does not collapse as intended in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887. Lotus' number for this recall is 2018/01R.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some 2018 vehicles may have a steering column that was assembled incorrectly. In a frontal collision, the column may not properly collapse to absorb part of the impact energy.
If the steering column does not collapse as intended during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury to the driver.
Lotus will notify affected owners, and authorized dealers will correct the steering column assembly free of charge. Owners can contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Lotus Evora | 2018 |
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