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2017 Lotus Evora problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 4 complaints on file for the 2017 Lotus Evora — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

4

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2017 compare to other Evora years?

Evora NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted6 complaints2010: 2 complaints2011: 1 complaints2012: 5 complaints2013: 6 complaints2014: 3 complaints2017: 4 complaints2018: 1 complaints
Evora NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2017 Lotus Evora problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine250%
Electrical System125%
Suspension125%

Does the 2017 Lotus Evora have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

19V263000Body & StructureApril 2, 2019 · 424 units

Defect

Lotus Cars USA, Inc. (Lotus) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Evora vehicles. The toe board in the passenger footwell lacks stiffness, allowing the knee of an unbelted occupant to contact the rigid structure of the vehicle, in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the occupant's knee contacts the rigid structure, there may be an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the toe board with a new design to provide the appropriate stiffness, free of charge. The recall began May 27, 2019. Owners may contact Lotus customer service at 1-800-245-6887. Lotus' number for this recall is 2019/01R.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“For the second time, a Throttle Actuator code forced an engine shutdown while on a busy freeway with only very narrow breakdown lane stranding the car. Attempts to reset the code(s) failed for about 30 minutes whereupon codes reset and have not recurred indicating the code was only transient but…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 29, 2024

“Driving on an interstate highway a MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) illuminated and within less than 5 seconds, the engine went into shutdown mode. I was able to safely clear the highway but on a central lane and heavy traffic it would have been impossible to safely clear the highway and the car…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 20, 2024

“The contact owns a 2017 Lotus Evora. The contact stated that there was a clunking sound coming from the rear suspension. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who was certified to work on Lotus vehicles, but not associated with the dealer, and the rear suspension arm was inspected and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · September 18, 2025

2017 Lotus Evora — common questions

Is the 2017 Lotus Evora reliable?

The record is thin — 4 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2017 Lotus Evora have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Lotus Evora. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.