Sourced from the relevant safety authority. All recall repairs are free at an authorized Lotus dealer — bring your VIN to confirm which apply to your vehicle.
Lotus Cars is recalling certain model year 2013 Evora vehicles manufactured September 2012 through November 2012. These vehicles have been granted a temporary exemption from the requirement to conform to the latest passenger side advanced air bag requirements covered by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," but the affected vehicles do not a contain temporary exemption label in accordance with 49 CFR 555.9. Additionally, the affected vehicles have the incorrect date of manufacture on the Federal Certification Label.
An incorrect certification label may prevent the owner from determining recall applicability, potentially increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Lotus Cars will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a Lotus dealer. The federal compliance label will be replaced and an exemption label will be applied, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Lotus at 1-770-476-6564. Lotus Cars' recall number is 2013/02R.
13V216000 · 28 units · NHTSA
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2013 Lotus Evora recall questions
The 2013 Lotus Evora has 1 known safety recall. None are classified as critical. We recommend checking with your dealer using your specific VIN for the most accurate information.
Yes, all manufacturer safety recalls for the Lotus Evora are repaired completely free of charge at any authorized Lotus dealership. This includes parts, labor, and any related expenses regardless of your vehicle's current mileage or whether you're the original owner.
The best way to check is to enter your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in our search tool above. You can also contact any authorized Lotus dealer directly with your VIN. Some recalls only affect vehicles manufactured during specific date ranges or with certain equipment configurations.
Contact your nearest authorized Lotus dealership to schedule a repair appointment. For critical recalls marked "Do Not Drive," park your vehicle safely and arrange for service immediately. Bring your recall notice or VIN to the appointment. Parts availability may vary, so schedule early.
Most recalls allow continued driving until repairs are made. However, we recommend addressing recalls promptly for your safety. Always review the specific recall details and severity level before deciding.
Safety recalls for the 2013 Lotus Evora remain open indefinitely - there is no expiration date. Even if your vehicle is many years old or has high mileage, authorized Lotus dealers must perform the recall repair free of charge whenever you bring it in.
Recall repairs must be performed at an authorized Lotus dealership. Any Lotus dealer in the US or Canada can perform the repair, regardless of where you purchased the vehicle. Contact your preferred dealer to schedule an appointment.
Manufacturers are required to notify registered owners by mail when new recalls are issued. However, if you've moved or bought the vehicle used, you may not receive notices. We recommend checking periodically using your VIN and registering with NHTSA for recall alerts.
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