2013 Lotus Evora: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Lotus Evora: 1 recall, 3 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #13V216000 · 2013 · 28 vehicles
What's wrong: These vehicles have been granted a temporary exemption from the requirement to conform to the latest passenger side advanced air bag requirements covered by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection," but the affected vehicles do not a contain temporary exemption label in accordance with 49 cfr 555.9. Additionally, the affected vehicles have the incorrect date of manufacture on the…
Why it matters: An incorrect certification label May prevent the owner from determining recall applicability, potentially increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Lotus cars will notify the owners instructing them to take their vehicle to a Lotus dealer. The federal compliance label will be replaced and an exemption label will be applied, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2013.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 Lotus Evora has 3 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 7 Evora model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 2). Neighboring years: 2012 (2 complaints, 0 recalls), 2014 (3 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Premium |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Premium |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Premium |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Lotus Evora have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2013 Lotus Evora. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Lotus Evora problems?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (2), steering (1), electrical (1).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Lotus Evora get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Lotus Evora repair manual?
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