NHTSA Recall 12V477000: Engine and engine cooling
LOTUS CARS USA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 80 vehicles. It affects 2011 Lotus Evora.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V477000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | October 1, 2012 |
| Owner notification | December 10, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.
Remedy
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.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V477000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lotus Evora | 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.