Lotus Evora Recall R/2018/310: Steering Column Cartridge Screw Requires Tightening, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 30 Nov 2018
- Launched
- 32
- vehicles in the UK
- 2018/01R
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Lotus recalled Evora vehicles built between 26 March 2018 and 2 October 2018. Assembly error involving the steering column that may affect crash behaviour. The recall notice describes the fix as: ensure that the steering column is assembled correctly in accordance with the manufacturers, instructions. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Assembly error involving the steering column that may affect crash behaviour.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: STEERING COLUMN CARTRIDGE SCREW REQUIRES TIGHTENING Defect: Assembly error involving the steering column that may affect crash behaviour. Remedy: Ensure that the steering column is assembled correctly in accordance with the manufacturers� instructions.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: steering column cartridge screw requires tightening.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: ensure that the steering column is assembled correctly in accordance with the manufacturers, instructions.
Are You Affected?
Evora built between 26 March 2018 and 2 October 2018 may be included. Lotus estimates 32 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 2018/01R or the DVSA reference R/2018/310. 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 | |
| EvoraOil may leak | Urgent | R/2013/086 | |
| EvoraFire may occur | Urgent | R/2012/120 | |
| EliseSteering rack may be susceptible to premature wear and possible tooth damage | Urgent | R/2001/063 |
This is one of 17 Lotus recalls in DVSA’s data. The Lotus recall launched before it was R/2016/223 on 29 Sep 2016, for reduction of braking efficiency. The one launched after it was R/2019/412 on 20 Feb 2020, for bolts securing the fuel rail to the cyclinder head may fail. You can also see every Lotus recall, all recalls launched in 2018 and steering recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2018/310, launched 30 November 2018. 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.