Elise Shifter Recall - Page 4 - LotusTalk

Tyger · 01-21-2006, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TimMullen

But I'm also worried about the hole in the side for the set screw - I have a problem with finding "imperfections" like that with my finger tips, and then become obsessed with it. I might end up constantly rubbing the set screw hole with my finger...

Just put some joint compound in there and you won't feel it anymore (or see it, unless you're really looking).

ivan1 · 01-21-2006, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by TimMullen

I might end up constantly rubbing the set screw hole with my finger...

is rubbing the screw hole with your finger necessarily a bad thing???

raggedy1 · 01-21-2006, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by ivan1

is rubbing the screw hole with your finger necessarily a bad thing???

but you can't actually get your finger inside, that's the problem!

this is getting pornographic!!!

BarfkoSwill · 01-22-2006, 06:21 AM

National Highway Transportation Safety Administration Site :http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/pr...ls/results.cfm. All recalls and TSP's for all makes of cars.

Stan · 01-22-2006, 10:10 AM

OCD like Monk? Fill the hole...or add a second one? WIPE!

Eyelise · 01-22-2006, 04:32 PM

The link doesn't have any info. Was there a recall listed?

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Originally Posted by BarfkoSwill

National Highway Transportation Safety Administration Site :http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/pr...ls/results.cfm. All recalls and TSP's for all makes of cars.

pianomaniac · 01-22-2006, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Eyelise

The link doesn't have any info. Was there a recall listed?

Yes, there is as recall listed. Just do a search on the site.

TimMullen · 01-22-2006, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Eyelise

The link doesn't have any info. Was there a recall listed?

The recall hasn't officially started yet - it's just Lotus notifying the government that they are inviting one. They will be sending out recall notices...

Randy Chase · 01-22-2006, 05:34 PM

If your car is going into the dealership, it seems that they are doing the replacement now. Mine was just done, when my car was in for an oil change.

APOGEE · 01-22-2006, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Randy Chase

If your car is going into the dealership, it seems that they are doing the replacement now. Mine was just done, when my car was in for an oil change.

Randy yours had a defect in the shift lever and we had a new shaft in stock.
Shift on brother.... shift on. Don

Randy Chase · 01-22-2006, 06:12 PM

Thanks Don for giving me the shaft!

Eyelise · 01-22-2006, 06:57 PM

Not quite yet. I've spoken to my service manager about this twice already. I have a bit of work to be done and I'm delaying it until the recall starts so I don't have to go back twice.

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Originally Posted by Randy Chase

If your car is going into the dealership, it seems that they are doing the replacement now. Mine was just done, when my car was in for an oil change.

rolandchen · 01-22-2006, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by pianomaniac

Yes, there is as recall listed. Just do a search on the site.

Search Results
Report Date : January 22, 2006 at 10:42 PM
SEARCH TYPE : VEHICLE
YEAR : 2005
Make : LOTUS
Model : ELISE
Type : PASSENGER CAR

Results : 1 | All records displayed
Make : LOTUS Model : ELISE Year : 2005
Manufacturer : GROUP LOTUS PLC
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V571000 Mfg's Report Date : DEC 21, 2005
Component: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 1740
Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, THE GEAR LEVER MAY BREAK.
Consequence:
THIS COULD RESULT IN THE INABILITY TO CHANGE GEARS, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEAR LEVERS. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN IN JANUARY OR FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT LOTUS CARS USA AT 1-678-417-9073.
Notes:
LOTUS RECALL NO. 2006 / 1R. CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

lotusport · 01-22-2006, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by rolandchen

Search Results
Report Date : January 22, 2006 at 10:42 PM
SEARCH TYPE : VEHICLE
YEAR : 2005
Make : LOTUS
Model : ELISE
Type : PASSENGER CAR

Results : 1 | All records displayed
Make : LOTUS Model : ELISE Year : 2005
Manufacturer : GROUP LOTUS PLC
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V571000 Mfg's Report Date : DEC 21, 2005

Astonishing! Sounds just like the direct reference that started this thread.

e-Lise · 01-22-2006, 10:25 PM

Well, I for one will be asking for that old shifter as a souvenir - might make a nice paperweight/conversation piece.....

Genjuro · 01-23-2006, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Randy Chase

Thanks Don for giving me the shaft!

uhhhhh....ummmmmm...ahhhhhh...ok.

APOGEE · 01-23-2006, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by e-Lise

Well, I for one will be asking for that old shifter as a souvenir - might make a nice paperweight/conversation piece.....

I can speak for our Lotus Department only, all warranty parts are held for 90 days and many are returned to L.C.U.S.A. for inspection the same day.
I would think one of the clutch or brake pedals would make for a better looking
paper weight.
All the best, Don

e-Lise · 01-23-2006, 09:45 PM

Lotus Tech - you're filled with good news. Thanks.

_JD_ · 01-24-2006, 05:57 AM

I'm hearing three weeks from my dealer before they get the replacement parts.
He said approx 1700 cars affected.

scottyb · 01-24-2006, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by APOGEE

I can speak for our Lotus Department only, all warranty parts are held for 90 days and many are returned to L.C.U.S.A. for inspection the same day.
I would think one of the clutch or brake petals would make for a better looking
paper weight.
All the best, Don

Since I already replaced my shifter with the B&M, can I just hand in the old one for the new shifter in case I ever want to go back to stock?

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Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	Thanks Don for giving me the shaft! __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

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e-Lise Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: CT Posts: 217	Old shifter = new paperweight Well, I for one will be asking for that old shifter as a souvenir - might make a nice paperweight/conversation piece.....

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