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Reliability data is meaningful at the model level — not the brand level. Click any model below to see complaints, recalls, years to avoid, and common problems.
Why we don't show Lotus-wide stats: Lotus reliability varies hugely by model. Looking at the brand average is misleading — the Lotus F-150 might be solid while the LotusFocus has known transmission issues. Pick the specific model you're interested in.
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Most Common Lotus Problems
Components most reported across all Lotus models in NHTSA complaints.
| Component | Complaints | Crash % |
|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 31 | 3.2% |
| ENGINE | 18 | 5.6% |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 12 | 0.0% |
| POWER TRAIN | 9 | 11.1% |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 8 | 0.0% |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 7 | 0.0% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 0.0% |
| SUSPENSION | 6 | 0.0% |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 5 | 0.0% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 0.0% |
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