NHTSA lists 46 complaints for the 2005 Lotus Elise, 2 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as LOTUS ELISE.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
Recalls
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2 recalls.
Date: 2011-10-14. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A DETACHED OIL LINE COULD SPRAY OIL ON A TIRE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, OR IT COULD SPRAY OIL THROUGHOUT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
Remedy: LOTUS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LOTUS AT 1-800-245-6887.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2005-12-29. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE GEAR LEVER MAY BREAK.
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE INABILITY TO CHANGE GEARS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEAR LEVERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LOTUS CARS USA AT 1-800-245-6887.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
1 investigations; 0 open.
PE11022
Opened: 2011-07-18. Closed: 2011-11-03.
Engine Oil Cooler Line Detachment
On October 14, 2011, Lotus Cars USA Inc. notified the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) that it will conduct a safety recall (11V-510) to address concerns with engine oil cooler lines detaching from its crimped fitting on MY 2005-2006 Lotus Elise vehicles.In its 573 report to ODI, Lotus indicated that they have identified instances where the oil cooler lines would detach from their fittings.Lo
Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Linked campaign numbers: 11V510000, 13V041000.
Manufacturer communications
13 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| EQUIPMENT | 6 |
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| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 3 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
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| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 1 |
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10209516
Date: 2022-03-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Standard information required and procedures to be followed when reporting ECU & TCU faults. There is often insufficient, or inconsistent information received from dealers when reporting ECU & TCU related faults, this can lead to unacceptable delays in repairing vehicles.
10198785
Date: 2021-06-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
There is often inconsistent or insufficient information received from dealers when reporting ECU and TCU related faults. This bulletin aims to standardise the information when filing a claim to After Sales.
10180671
Date: 2020-09-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Air conditioning compressors failing due to oil starvation. TSB reminds dealers of correct replacement and running-in procedures.
10175849
Date: 2020-05-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, EQUIPMENT.
Any unauthorised modifications, including fitment of non-approved after-market air filter resulting in generation of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCA?A A s) P0101 & P1109. We have had several instances where DTCA?A A s P0101 & P1109 had been set and the car recovered into the dealer, only for them to
10160754
Date: 2019-05-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: TIRES, WHEELS.
Compatibility of Yokohama AD07 and V105 tire product ranges for the Elise model range.
10143132
Date: 2016-09-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
Recommendation of revision to manual brake bleeding procedure on any Elise models fitted with a brake servo unit. Whilst performing a brake fluid bleeding procedure, it is possible that the brake pedal may not fully return to its released/uppermost position (when being fully actuated as part of the
10143130
Date: 2015-08-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
Retrofitment of the latest level CDL (Central Door Locking) actuator to earlier models if required. Due to parts obsolescence the CDL actuator assembly, part number B116M6039F is no longer available. This actuator was fitted into each door of any Toyota powertrain Elise and 4/6 cylinder Exiges from
10143127
Date: 2014-09-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Clarification of air conditioning compressor ?Running-In? Procedure. Insufficient lubrication will result in compressor failure due to seizure, reducing air conditioning performance and also generate diagnostic trouble codes.
10143126
Date: 2014-07-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
To reinforce the importance of checking and clearing stored fault codes at time of PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection). The increased frequency of battery disconnection/reconnection that vehicles are subjected to during transportation from the factory to the dealer or in some instances the prolonged stor
10143124
Date: 2014-02-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, POWER TRAIN, VISIBILITY/WIPER.
Retrofitment of the latest level windscreen washer bottle/pump assembly to earlier models if required. Due to parts obsolescence the windscreen washer bottle/pump assembly fitted to all Toyota power train Elise and 4-cylinder Exige from start of production (part number A116M0039F) is no longer avai