Recall 12V477 affects 80 2011 Lotus Evora vehicles with an engine-mounted oil feed pipe that can rupture. Repair is free at any franchised Lotus dealer.
Lotus is recalling 80 2011 Evora supercharged vehicles under recall 12V477 because the engine-mounted oil feed pipe can rupture. A rupture can cause oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine parts raises the risk of a fire; the Lotus dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The oil feed pipe on the 2011 Lotus Evora is an engine-mounted line that supplies engine oil to the cylinder head. That oil keeps the moving parts in the top of the engine lubricated while the supercharged engine is running. On the affected vehicles, the line is a three-piece pipe with a flexible hose section.
The problem is that this oil feed pipe can rupture. When the pipe ruptures, oil escapes instead of reaching the cylinder head through the intended path. The filing does not name a separate root cause, so the issue to describe to a Lotus service desk is the rupturing engine oil feed pipe with the flexible hose section.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a light, sound, smell, or change in engine feel to confirm whether this recall applies to your Evora.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Lotus Evora | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 80 |
Not every 2011 Lotus Evora is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coupe is included.
What's the safety risk?
A ruptured oil feed pipe can cause oil loss, engine damage, and oil spray on hot engine parts, which can start a fire. Schedule the recall repair soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Lotus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Lotus Evora is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Lotus dealer to ask whether the free oil-feed-pipe replacement is ready for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 12V477 when you call, and explain that the engine-mounted oil feed pipe can rupture and spray oil onto hot engine parts.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and ask the dealer to replace the oil feed pipe free of charge.
- Avoid driving if you smell oil, see leaking oil, or notice engine oil-loss warnings; call the dealer before moving the vehicle.
What happens at the repair
Lotus has identified the dealer repair for this recall: a Lotus technician replaces the engine mounted oil feed pipe that supplies oil to the engine cylinder head. The source remedy says the replacement is free of charge. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this record, treat the final dealer repair as free once available and ask the Lotus service desk to confirm parts timing for your VIN.
Timeline
| October 1, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 10, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V477?
NHTSA campaign 12V477 covers 80 2011 Lotus Evora supercharged vehicles with an engine-mounted oil feed pipe that can rupture. Oil loss can damage the engine, and oil sprayed onto hot engine parts can result in a fire. Lotus dealers replace the oil feed pipe for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Lotus Evora is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Evora is included in recall 12V477. If it is, contact a franchised Lotus dealer to schedule the oil feed pipe replacement. Reference recall number 12V477 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Lotus dealers replace the oil feed pipe free of charge under this safety recall. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost, regardless of where the vehicle was purchased.
What is the safety risk for recall 12V477?
The risk is oil loss, engine damage, and fire. In NHTSA campaign 12V477, the oil feed pipe can rupture, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components can ignite. If your VIN is included, schedule the free Lotus dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V477000 |
|---|---|
| Lotus customer service | 1-800-245-6887 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V477 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V477000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →