Recall 96V-244
LOTUS CARS OF AMERICA INC recalled the 1995 to 1997 Lotus Esprit: Air bags.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 96V-244
- Reported
- December 5, 1996
- Vehicles affected
- 240 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Air bag and seat belt system warning labels are missing from the sun visor. This does not comply with fmvss no. 108, "occupant crash protection."
The risk
The vehicle occupant may not properly understand the operation of the air bag system and the need to use seat belts.
The fix
Owners will be provided with labels and installation instructions. If they so desire, they can have their dealers install these labels for them.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification:owner notification will begin january 31, 1997.note:owners who do not receive the label and installation instructions within a reasonable time free of charge should contact lotus at 1-[removed], ext. 405.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Lotus Esprit 1995 to 1997