Lotus 211, Elise, Evora And 1 More Recall R/2014/066: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 15 Nov 2014
- Launched
- 1,258
- vehicles in the UK
- 2014/02R
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Lotus recalled 211, Elise, Evora and 1 more vehicles built between 23 September 2004 and 21 November 2011. 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. The dealer will replace it is proposed that the oil cooler hose assemblies with hoses that incorporate the current production released end fittings in accordance with Lotus workshop procedures. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
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.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RISK OF FIRE Defect: 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. Remedy: 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.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to increased risk of fire and loss of vehicle control.
The Fix
The dealer will replace it is proposed that the oil cooler hose assemblies with hoses that incorporate the current production released end fittings in accordance with Lotus workshop procedures.
Are You Affected?
211, Elise, Evora and 1 more built between 23 September 2004 and 21 November 2011 may be included. Lotus estimates 1,258 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.
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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 2014/02R or the DVSA reference R/2014/066. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EliseBolts securing the fuel rail to the cyclinder head may fail | Urgent | R/2019/412 | |
| EvoraSteering column cartridge screw requires tightening | Urgent | R/2018/310 | |
| EliseReduction of braking efficiency | Urgent | R/2016/223 | |
| EvoraOil may leak | Urgent | R/2013/086 | |
| EvoraFire may occur | Urgent | R/2012/120 |
This is one of 17 Lotus recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lotus recall launched before it was R/2013/086 on 17 Dec 2013, for oil may leak. The one launched after it was R/2016/223 on 29 Sep 2016, for reduction of braking efficiency. You can also see every Lotus recall, all recalls launched in 2014 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2014/066, launched 15 November 2014. 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.