Safety Recall NHTSA · 09V179000 Reported May 26, 2009

Under-torqued rear hub flange bolts

Q: What is recall 09V179000?

NHTSA recall 09V179000 was issued by Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. on May 26, 2009. It addresses: Under-torqued rear hub flange bolts. The recall affects approximately 87 vehicles , with the defect involving the Wheels component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. · Wheels · 87 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

09V179000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Lotus Cars Usa, Inc.

Component

Wheels

Vehicles Affected

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 26, 2009

Defect Summary

Lotus is recalling 87 model year 2009 elise and exige vehicles manufactured from june 20, 2008 through may 5, 2009. the rear hub flange bolts on some of these vehicles may be under-torqued and may become loose. if that occurs, an insecure hub could lead to degradation in vehicle handling, and a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

If the problem is not addressed promptly, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, resulting in a crash.

Corrective Action

Lotus will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2009. owners may contact lotus toll-free at 1-800-245-6887.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 09V179000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 09V179000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 09V179000?

NHTSA recall 09V179000 was issued by Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. on May 26, 2009. It addresses: Under-torqued rear hub flange bolts. The recall affects approximately 87 vehicles, with the defect involving the Wheels component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Lotus Cars Usa, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V179000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.