recall information
Recall number
REC-005855
Campaign number
2023/01R
Original published date
make and model information
Make
LOTUS
Model
131 / Emira
Year range
2022
Affected units
26
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a defect during assembly, the driver and passenger's seatbelt locking mechanism may engage at the incorrect point. As a result, the seatbelt could engage tightly across the chest and waist and limit movements which may lead to restricted visibility. Additionally, the seatbelt could require increased effort to unbuckle.
What are the hazards?
Limited movement and restricted visibility for the driver may increase the risk of an accident causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users. In the event of an emergency exit from the vehicle an increased effort to unbuckle the seatbelt could increase the risk of serious injury or death to vehicle occupants.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted directly by their Lotus dealer to arrange a service date for replacement of the seatbelts, free of charge.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email customercare@lotuscars.com.au.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email customercare@lotuscars.com.au.
Supplier details
Lotus Cars Limited.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Lotus Cars Limited
Contact email
customercare@lotuscars.com.au
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
