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Recall 18V-781

Lotus Cars Limited recalled the 2018 Lotus Evora: Steering.

At a glance

Campaign number
18V-781
Reported
November 6, 2018
Vehicles affected
36 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Lotus Cars Limited (Lotus) is recalling certain 2018 Lotus Evora vehicles. Due to an assembly error, in the event of a frontal collision, the steering column may not properly collapse to absorb some of the impact energy.

The risk

If the steering column does not collapse as intended in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

The fix

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-[removed]. Lotus' number for this recall is 2018/01R.

Notes from the manufacturer

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]

Affected vehicles