Lotus Cars Limited: Safety Recalls in 1978

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Lotus Cars Limited in 1978. See the detail of the recall below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 24, 1978

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

FUEL:FUEL LINES:HOSES:NON-METALLIC

THE INVOLVED VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH A TUBE WHICH IS USED TO CONNECT A FILTER COMPONENT IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. THIS TUBE COULD BECOME DAMAGED AS A RESULT OF EXPOSURE TO ABNORMALLY HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES AND THE ACTION OF CERTAIN FUELS. THE DAMAGED TUBE COULD ALLOW FUEL LEAKAGE TO OCCUR.

NHTSA ID: 78V238000

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

# of Units Affected: 146

Consequence Summary:

Corrective Action:

DEALER WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE FUEL SYSTEM TUBING WITHOUT CHARGE TO OWNER.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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