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Major Problems with Lotus Elise - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Lotus Elise model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2005, for instance, is the worst year for the Elise. Older Elise vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse Lotus Elise problems by years

2009 1 2007 8 2006 17 2005 46

Worst Lotus Elise Problems

SUSPENSION
2005 Lotus Elise October 12, 2004 Mileage: 1100 miles

Wiring on auto has been a mess since new, auto towed 15 times for mechanical reasons and addition times tow truck was coming and car would start. shifter broke off at 2,000 miles, transaxle was replaced at about 20,000 miles alarm system, alternator,speakers,turn indicators, front steering box (rack), vehicle computer (speed indicated on dash has been at lest 15% high since transaxle was replaced)-- have all failed. lotus dealerships where never able to locate or fix wiring problem (fox valley, aurora il another lake forest has no authorized lotus mechanic.) lotus usa inc. covered most until warranty ...

COOLING SYSTEM
2005 Lotus Elise January 17, 2010 Mileage: 15800 miles

My 2005 lotus elise has a inherent problem with the a/c fan not working. this si a design flaw in the resistor being placed were it is prone to water intrusion. *tr

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2005 Lotus Elise February 28, 2010 Mileage: 18000 miles

I have a 2005 lotus elise with 18000. mile on it and my blower is not working and when i turn it on it smells like something is burning. *tr

What is the most common problem with Lotus Elise?

Overall the worst problem with Lotus Elise relates to ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Elise years that are prone to issues with these components.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 28 ENGINE 8 ENGINE 8 COOLING SYSTEM 7 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 4 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4 POWER TRAIN 4 VISIBILITY 3 REAR 3 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 2 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 SUSPENSION 1 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 1 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1 WHEELS 1 DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM 1 GASOLINE 1 FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY 1 HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS 1 SERVICE BRAKES 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

2006 3 2005 4
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