2001 Lotus Esprit recalls and problems
The 2001 Lotus Esprit has 1 safety recall. Recall repairs are free at any Lotus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Lotus Esprit vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Lotus Esprit recalls
Recall 04V-001: Equipment
Problem: Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no, 208, "occupant crash protection." certain air bag warning labels are required on both sun visors and the above vehicles failed to have the required labels affixed to the driver's side sun visor.
Risk: The absence of the labels could create a risk to motor vehicle safety if the operation of the air bag system and the need to use seat belts is not properly understood. Improper usage could cause injuries in the event of air bag deployment when there is a crash.
Fix: Owners will be provided with labels and installation instructions. Owner notification is expected to begin during january 2004. Owners should contact lotus at 1-800-245-6887.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Lotus Esprit have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2001 Lotus Esprit: 04V-001 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Lotus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lotus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.