MYRModel Year Report

2008 Lotus Elise

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2008 Lotus Elise
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:39:15.595Z

Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lotus Elise Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2005: 46 complaints 2005 2006: 17 complaints 2006 2007: 8 complaints 2007 2008: 0 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2011
2008: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
200546
200617
20078
20080
20091
20100
20110

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20130304 — engine and engine cooling

Lotus is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from December 1, 2006, through October 31, 2007. The oil cooler line may become detached from its fitting.

Remedy: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings and the entire lateral oil cooler hose, free of charge. The safety recall began on March 4, 2013. Owners may contact L

Campaign 13V041000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20140930 — engine and engine cooling

Lotus Cars USA, Inc. (Lotus) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Elise and Exige vehicles manufactured from November 2007 to July 2011, and 2011 Evora vehicles manufactured September 2010 through September 2011.

Remedy: Lotus will notify owners, and dealers will replace the oil cooler hose fittings on the Elise and Exige vehicles and will replace the oil cooler hose assemblies on the Evora vehicles, free of charge.

Campaign 14V280000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Lotus Elise — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 13V041000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V280000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 Lotus Elise reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 2008 Lotus Elise have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.