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Common Problems with 2006 Lotus Elise

Retrospectively, the 2006 Lotus Elise had 12 complaints, and 58% of issues had something to do with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2006 Lotus Elise?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2006 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 7 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2 ENGINE 2 POWER TRAIN 1

Worst 2006 Lotus Elise Problems

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

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2006 Lotus Elise December 22, 2011

As i was pulling onto my street, the oil light came on the dash. i immediately found a place to stop and park the car, at which time i noticed the sm...

TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
2006 Lotus Elise January 1, 2006

Please note, i have not had an issue yet, but other people i know have. the rear suspension inner toe link has been known to fail on the 05 + 06 lo...

REAR
2006 Lotus Elise June 6, 2007 Mileage: 15000 miles

I was turning left out of a parking lot, accelerating in a safe but enthusiastic manner when i felt a violent shudder/vibration at around 30-35 mph. i...