Lotus Exige, Elise: Engine and engine cooling

Affects Lotus Exige, Elise · 2007–2008 — about 451 vehicles.

The hazard

A detached oil line could spray oil on a tire, increasing the risk of a crash, or it could spray oil throughout the engine compartment increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 4, 2013. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-800-245-6887.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational