recall information
Recall number
REC-005857
Campaign number
2023/03R
Original published date
make and model information
Make
LOTUS
Model
Type 131 / Emira
Year range
2022 - 2023
Affected units
102
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing defect, the driver and passenger side A-pillar trims may have been fitted incorrectly. As a result, in an event of the side curtain airbags deployment the force from the airbag could cause the A-pillars cover to detach.
What are the hazards?
If the A-pillar trim detaches, plastic fragments may be propelled towards the vehicle occupants causing serious injury or death.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted directly by their Lotus dealer to arrange for replacement of the vehicle A-pillar trim assembly, free of charge.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email at customercare@lotuscars.com.au.
For further information, contact Lotus Cars Australia Customer Care by email at 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.
