repaired · 2016 Q1
Engine and engine cooling: engine
Risk. A detached oil hose could spray oil on a tire, increasing the risk of a crash, or it could spray oil throughout the engine compartment, increasing the risk of…
2011 Lotus EvoraProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2011 Lotus Evora, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-280 the manufacturer reports only 37% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 24, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 Lotus Evora has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Suspension
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2011 Lotus Evora recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
Risk. Engine oil may be ejected onto the road or rear wheels which could cause a reduction in vehicle control and potential engine failure, increasing the risk of a…
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. The ruptured pipe can result in oil loss and engine damage, and oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Lotus.
Best & worst years
2011 vs. every other Evora year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Evora median. How we score
'10'11'12'13'14'17'18
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Evora owners report
Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Rear upper control arm failure. A crack develops along a casting line, which then allows the upper bushing to move within the control arm. This bushing is pressed into the control arm, and is not supposed to move. Because the hub was allowed to tilt forward due to the bushing not being held firmly…
Own a 2011 Evora?
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