European Union A12/00048/20
Lotus Elise
The problem
The plastic spacers between the engine fuel rail and cylinder head may expand and contract. Consequently, the cylinder head's securing bolts might suffer excessive fatigue, leading to fuel leak, increasing the risk of accident and fire.
Risk
Serious risk · Fire, Injuries · United Kingdom
What owners should do
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer. Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users. Date of entry into force: 03/12/2019 Manufacturer code 2019/02R.