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Common Problems with 2005 Lotus Elise

Retrospectively, the 2005 Lotus Elise had 36 complaints, and 50% of issues had something to do with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2005 Lotus Elise?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2005 Lotus Elise fall into the category of ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 18 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4 VISIBILITY 3 ENGINE 3 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2 POWER TRAIN 2 SUSPENSION 1 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 1 WHEELS 1 SERVICE BRAKES 1

Worst 2005 Lotus Elise Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

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. sh...

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...

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

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