Lotus Evora Problems by Year
NHTSA has 16 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Lotus Evora, across 7 model years (2010–2018). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Lotus Evora years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Evora model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Evora: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2014 Evora: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2013 Evora: 3 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2018 Evora: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2010 Evora: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2011 Evora: 2 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lotus Evora problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 4 | 1 |
| Suspension | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Lotus Evora model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Evora | 1 | 2 | — | Suspension | |
| 2017 Evora | 3 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2014 Evora | 3 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2013 Evora | 3 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 Evora | 2 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 Evora | 2 | 3 | — | Suspension | |
| 2010 Evora | 2 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lotus Evora years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (3), 2014 (3), 2013 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lotus Evora?
Engine, with 7 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Lotus Evora have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.