Lotus 340R, Exige Recall R/2002/074: Engine Management, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 22 Jul 2002
- Launched
- 468
- vehicles in the UK
- 2ra
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Lotus recalled 340R, Exige vehicles built between 1 January 2000 and 31 January 2002. In the event of a severe engine misfire the catalytic convertor could overheat which may subsequently result in a fire risk. The dealer will reprogramme the ECU to incorporate a misfire detection system which will take remedial action in the event of a severe misfire. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
In the event of a severe engine misfire the catalytic convertor could overheat which may subsequently result in a fire risk.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: ENGINE MANAGEMENT Defect: In the event of a severe engine misfire the catalytic convertor could overheat which may subsequently result in a fire risk. Remedy: Reprogramme the ECU to incorporate a misfire detection system which will take remedial action in the event of a severe misfire.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: engine management.
The Fix
The dealer will reprogramme the ECU to incorporate a misfire detection system which will take remedial action in the event of a severe misfire. The fix is a software update, which usually takes under an hour at the dealer.
Are You Affected?
340R, Exige built between 1 January 2000 and 31 January 2002 may be included. Lotus estimates 468 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Lotus, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Lotus.
- Book with any franchised Lotus dealer, quoting the campaign code 2ra or the DVSA reference R/2002/074. See how to get a Lotus recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 211, Elise, Evora, ExigeRisk of fire | Urgent | R/2014/066 | |
| Elise, ExigeGear lever may break | Low | R/2005/186 | |
| ExigeBrake pipe chafing | Urgent | R/2002/094 | |
| Elise, ExigeFuel may leak when filling and cornering | Urgent | R/2001/014 | |
| EvoraOil may leak | Urgent | R/2013/086 |
This is one of 17 Lotus recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lotus recall launched before it was R/2001/063 on 16 Jun 2001, for steering rack may be susceptible to premature wear and possible tooth damage. The one launched after it was R/2002/094 on 22 Jul 2002, for brake pipe chafing. You can also see every Lotus recall, all recalls launched in 2002 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2002/074, launched 22 July 2002. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.