Lotus Evora recalls
6 NHTSA safety recalls cover the Lotus Evora, across model years 2011–2018. Every recall repair is free at any Lotus dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your Evora by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls and owner complaints by model year
Of the Lotus Evora model years, the 2011 has the most recalls (3).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each Lotus Evora model year on this page. Complaints: owner reports filed with NHTSA for that model year, including trims and variants sold under the model name (e.g. an F-150 page counts F-150 Raptor). Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls | Owner complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | 3 | 2 |
| 2012 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 | 0 | 3 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 3 |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 |
Lotus Evora recalls by model year
Most common Lotus Evora problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest Lotus Evora recalls
- LOTUS EVORA (2018) recall — Structure
Lotus recalls 2017-2018 Evora vehicles with stiff toe board that may cause knee injuries in crashes. Owners must have the toe board replaced free of charge by dealers.
- LOTUS EVORA (2018) recall — Steering
Lotus recalls certain 2018 Evora vehicles due to a steering column assembly error that may not collapse properly in a crash, increasing injury risk.
- LOTUS EVORA (2011) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Lotus recalls 2011 Evora vehicles due to oil cooler hose detachment, which can cause fires or crashes. Free repair available.
- LOTUS EVORA (2011) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Lotus recalls certain 2011 Evora vehicles due to engine oil hose rupture, which can cause loss of control or fire. Free repair available.
- LOTUS EVORA (2013) recall — Equipment
Lotus recalls 2013 Evoras due to incorrect certification labels and missing exemption stickers. This may prevent owners from knowing about other safety recalls.
Recall timeline
When the Lotus Evora recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
Lotus Evora problems & complaints
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the Lotus Evora; the most reported area is engine. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 16
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 25+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 1 / 0
- Defect investigations
- 0
See Lotus Evora complaints, TSBs and investigations by year →
What to do if your Lotus Evora is recalled
- Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
- Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
- Call a Lotus dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
- Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
- Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask Lotus about reimbursement.
Every Lotus Evora recall, by model year
2018 Lotus Evora — 2 recalls
Lotus Evora recall questions
How many recalls does the Lotus Evora have?
We have 6 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the Lotus Evora, covering model years 2011–2018. The most recent was issued Feb 4, 2019 (Structure).
Which Lotus Evora model year has the most recalls?
The 2011 Lotus Evora has the most, with 3 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
What are the most common Lotus Evora recall problems?
By system: Engine and Engine Cooling (3), Structure (1), Steering (1), Equipment (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled Lotus Evora?
None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.
How do I check if my Lotus Evora has an open recall?
Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any Lotus dealer can also look it up.
Are Lotus Evora recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires Lotus to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized Lotus dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.