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Monday 5 January 2015

UK RECALL #8 - LOTUS - All models for risk of fire, due to detatched oil cooler pipes.

Vehicle Details
Reference :R/2014/066
Manufacturer Ref :2014/02R 
Make:LOTUS
Model :Elise,Exige, 211 and Evora
Launch Date :15/11/2014
Numbers Involved :2216
Build Start Date :23/09/2004
Build End Date :17/01/2011 
Recall Details
Concern :RISK OF FIRE
Description :The oil cooler pipes may detach from their fittings and deposit oil in the engine compartment, on the road/tyres which can lead to increased risk of fire and loss of vehicle control. Only the pipes with the smooth bore ferrules are affected.
Remedial Action :Elise, Exige and 211: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and repair or replace the oil cooler hoses. Evora: it is proposed that the oil cooler hose assemblies will be replaced with hoses that incorporate the current production released end fittings, in accordance with Lotus workshop procedures.
Vehicle Id :SCCPA1111DHC82425 to SCCLNBBL8BHF12872
SCCLMDSC0BHG10907 to SCCLMDSU4BHC12883
SCCPA11114HC82425 to SCCLNBBL8BHF12872
SCCLMDSC0BHG10907 to SCCLMDSU4BHC12883
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