Lotus Recalls 2018 Evora Vehicles for Steering Column Assembly Error
Lotus is recalling 2018 Evora vehicles because an assembly error may prevent the steering column from collapsing properly in a frontal collision, increasing injury risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (steering column) that increases the risk of injury in a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Lotus Cars Limited is recalling certain 2018 Lotus Evora vehicles due to an assembly error in the steering column. In the event of a frontal collision, the steering column may not properly collapse to absorb impact energy.
If the steering column does not collapse as intended during a crash, it can increase the risk of injury to occupants. The recall began on December 4, 2018.
Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column assembly free of charge. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- LOTUS EVORA
- Brand
- LOTUS
- Manufacturer
- Lotus Cars Limited
- Category
- Vehicle — Steering System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 36
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- EVORA
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Related recalls
Same brand · LOTUS
- Severe
- SevereLotus Recalls 2008-2011 Models Due to Oil Cooler Hose Defect
NHTSA · 2014-05-27
- SevereLotus Recalls 2011 Evora Vehicles Due to Oil Hose Chafing Risk
NHTSA · 2013-07-16
- Moderate
- SevereLotus Recalls 2007-2008 Elise and Exige for Oil Cooler Line Defect
NHTSA · 2013-02-05
Same hazard · injury
See all →- High
- HighHonda Recalls Hybrid and Fuel Cell Vehicles for Tire Repair Kit Defect
NHTSA · 2026-10-08
- HighGreenpower Recalls 2021 Nano Beast School Buses Due to Software Error
NHTSA · 2026-10-05
- HighMaquet PowerLED 300 Concealed Lighting System Recalled for Detachment Risk
FDA (Devices) · 2026-09-30
- HighGreenpower Recalls EV Star Buses Due to Software Error
NHTSA · 2026-09-30
Similar recalls
- Severe
- SevereKia Recalls 2018 Sorento Vehicles for Steering Column Weld Defect
NHTSA · 2018-09-21
- SevereLotus Recalls 2011 Evora Vehicles Due to Oil Hose Chafing Risk
NHTSA · 2013-07-16
- Severe
- SevereLotus Recalls 2011 Evora Vehicles Due to Oil Feed Pipe Rupture Risk
NHTSA · 2012-10-01
- Moderate