2005 Lotus Elise recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2005 Lotus Elise. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
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- Oct 14, 2011Fire risk2005–2007 Lotus Elise, 2005–2006 Lotus Exige, 2007 Lotus Exige S — Engine and Engine Cooling
LOTUS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2007 ELISE AND EXIGE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2004, THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2006. THE OIL COOLER LINE MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM ITS FITTING.
11V510000 · 5K units · LOTUS CARS LTD
- Dec 29, 2005Crash risk2005 Lotus Elise — Power Train
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE GEAR LEVER MAY BREAK.
05V571000 · 2K units · GROUP LOTUS PLC