Recall 05V-571
GROUP LOTUS PLC recalled the 2005 Lotus Elise: Power train (manual transmission).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-571
- Reported
- December 29, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 1,740 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 6-speed manual transmissions, the gear lever may break.
The risk
This could result in the inability to change gears, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the gear levers. The recall began on february 10, 2006. Owners may contact lotus cars USA at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Lotus recall no. 2006 / 1r.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Lotus Elise 2005