The most-reported Evora run is SCCLMDVN4HH (2017 builds) with 2 complaints, 1.8× the typical run. Engine problems make up 32% of reports; 2014 is the worst model year at 1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for Evora model years 2011–2018.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Lotus Evora has 14 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 40% of every Evora complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCCLMDVN4HH•••••• | 2017 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDTU4AH•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDTU8AH•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDTU3BH•••••• | 2011 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDSU5CH•••••• | 2012 | 1 | — | |
| SCCLMDSC9CH•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDSU3DH•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDTUXDH•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDSU8DH•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDSU1EH•••••• | 2014 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDTC3EH•••••• | 2014 | — | — | |
| SCCLMDSU4EH•••••• | 2014 | — | — |
Each of the other 2 Evora runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Lotus Evora the gap between build years is 1×: a 2014 car draws 1 complaints per run, a 2013 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 3 | 3 | — | |
| 2013 | 3 | 3 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2014 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 2013 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 32% of everything Lotus Evora owners report: Engine, 7 of 15 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | — | |
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Steering | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Air Bags | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 6 recall campaigns on the Lotus Evora; the 6 below cover build years 2011 to 2018. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 19V263000 | Structure | 2017–2018 |
| 18V781000 | Steering | 2018 |
| 13V216000 | Equipment:other:labels | 2013 |
| 14V280000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:engine | 2011 |
| 12V477000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | 2011 |
| 13V314000 | Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/lines/piping/fittings | 2011 |
19V263000 was opened in 2019 on cars built from 2017: 2 years on the road before the recall.
How serious were they
Of the 15 reports on the Lotus Evora, 6.7% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Lotus Evora | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 15 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (6.7%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Lotus Evora share of that is 15 complaints over 14 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Lotus Evora VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 15 NHTSA complaints from 14 Evora runs and 6 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Evora production run has the most complaints?
SCCLMDVN4HH, a 2017 build, with 2 complaints. The typical Evora run has 1.1.
Which Evora years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2014 is heaviest at 1 complaints per run and 2013 lightest at 1.
How many Evora complaints involve a crash?
6.7% of 15 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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