NHTSA recall 02V199000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Lotus Cars Limited
July 25, 2002report date
546units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel tanks can leak.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. Owner notification began August 26, 2002.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1991 Lotus Elan, 1992 Lotus Elan.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 02V199000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.