NHTSA Recall 18V781000
Filed by Lotus Cars Limited. Component: Steering. Reported 2018-11-06. An estimated 36 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.