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Lotus Elise Problems

The LOTUS ELISE has accumulated 166 complaints with NHTSA, with engine and engine cooling problems being the primary concern at 90 complaints. The 2005 model year is particularly problematic with 108 complaints, representing the first year of US sales. This lightweight British sports car experienced significant teething issues when introduced to the American market.

166
Total Complaints
10
Total Recalls
7
Model Years
0
Reported Deaths
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Years to Avoid

These years have significantly more complaints than average.

2005
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Best Years

These years have the fewest reported problems.

2009

Common Problem Categories

Engine And Engine Cooling 90
Engine 16
Power Train 14
Visibility 8
Unknown Or Other 8

Complaints by Model Year

All Model Years

Year ↓ Complaints Recalls Crashes Fires Rating
2011 0 2 0 0 Good
2010 0 1 0 0 Good
2009 2 1 0 0 Good
2008 0 2 0 0 Good
2007 20 2 0 0 Average
2006 36 1 0 2 Below Average
2005 108 1 4 4 Avoid

Lotus Elise Years to Avoid

2005

Best Lotus Elise Years

2007, 2009

Frequently Asked Questions