NHTSA Recall 09V179000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V179000; Date: May. 26, 2009
If the problem is not addressed promptly, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, resulting in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Lotus Elise; 2009 Lotus Exige
Component: Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Manufactured by: Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 87
Recall Summary:
Lotus is recalling 87 model year 2009 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from June 20, 2008 through may 5, 2009. The rear hub flange bolts on some of these vehicles may be under-torqued and may become loose. If that occurs, an insecure hub could lead to degradation in vehicle handling, and a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Lotus will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during June 2009. Owners may contact Lotus toll-free at 1-800-245-6887.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 30, 2009
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