Recall 97V-202
LOTUS CARS OF AMERICA INC recalled the 1997 Lotus Esprit: Wheels (rim).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-202
- Reported
- November 19, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 11 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Certain wheels were not properly heat treated for hardness. The rear wheels could crack and break.
The risk
If the rear wheels cracked and broke, loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace these wheels.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification occurred on november 4, 1997.all vehicles have been corrected.no further action is required on this recall campaign.
Affected vehicles
- Lotus Esprit 1997