NHTSA recall 97V202000
Wheels · Lotus Cars Limited
November 19, 1997report date
11units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Certain wheels were not properly heat treated for hardness. The rear wheels could crack and break.
Why it matters: If the rear wheels cracked and broke, loss of vehicle control could occur, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace these wheels.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
1997 Lotus Esprit.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 97V202000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.