2018 Lotus Evora Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Evora years
- Not enough data 7th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2018 Lotus Evora. That ranks 7th out of 7 Evora model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Lotus Evora problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2018 Lotus Evora recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure
Problem: Lotus Cars USA, Inc. (Lotus) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Evora vehicles. The toe board in the passenger footwell lacks stiffness, allowing the knee of an unbelted occupant to contact the rigid structure of the vehicle, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: In the event of a crash, if the occupant's knee contacts the rigid structure, there may be an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the toe board with a new design to provide the appropriate stiffness, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887. Lotus' number for this recall is 2019/01R.
Steering
Problem: Lotus Cars Limited (Lotus) is recalling certain 2018 Lotus Evora vehicles. Due to an assembly error, in the event of a frontal collision, the steering column may not properly collapse to absorb some of the impact energy.
Risk: If the steering column does not collapse as intended in a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will correct the steering column assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2018. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887. Lotus' number for this recall is 2018/01R.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Rear upper control arm cracked. Very critical safety part. I have had a discussion with other owners and have discovered that several others have had the same issue. Very low milage. 10k miles. Could result in a fatal collision! Found issue during safety inspection. Bushing is now misaligned and…
Other Lotus Evora years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 Evora | 3 | 1 |
| 2014 Evora | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 Evora | 3 | 1 |
| 2012 Evora | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 Evora | 2 | 3 |
| 2010 Evora | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Lotus Evora?
Owners most often report suspension problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Lotus Evora?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Lotus Evora a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Evora model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.