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An official EU Safety Gate notice concerns Passenger car Lotus. Null A flexible section of the hose that forms part of the oil pipe assembly to the engine may be defective. The engine mounted oil feed pipe can rupture resulting in oil loss from the vehicle and the risk of fire. Published 2012-11-02.
What to do now
The source does not provide specific consumer instructions. Follow the official EU Safety Gate notice for next steps.
Recall number
A12/1637/12
Official notice
2012-11-02
The hazard
The hazard
Null A flexible section of the hose that forms part of the oil pipe assembly to the engine may be defective. The engine mounted oil feed pipe can rupture resulting in oil loss from the vehicle and the risk of fire.
How to check if you're affected
How to check if you're affected
Compare the VIN on your vehicle against the official list. If your VIN is listed, follow the official notice.
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Where it was sold
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Company & contacts
Company & contacts
Brand: Lotus.
Source & status
Source & status
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