NHTSA Recall 13V041000: Engine and engine cooling and hoses/lines/piping/fittings (engine and engine cooling)
Lotus Cars USA, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 451 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Lotus Elise.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V041000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2013/01R |
| Components | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS |
| Report received | February 5, 2013 |
| Owner notification | March 4, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from December 1, 2006, through October 31, 2007. The oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Lotus' number for this recall is 2013/01R.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 13V041000
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.