AI Damage2025 Lotus Emira: common problems
The maker issued 23 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 23
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.5 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cyl
- automatic, 6-speed
- manual, 6-speed
Drive: RWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 7 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Installation of the latest combined CPC (Controller Central Powertrain) and TCU (Transmission Control…
Installation of the latest combined CPC (Controller Central Powertrain) and TCU (Transmission Control Unit) software for Emira 4-cylinder vehicles. REASON For continued customer satisfaction, software upgrades have…
- Periodic inspection of HVAC water shield covering
It has been reported that the water shield covering (intended to protect the air conditioning/heater resistor module from water contamination) can develop cracks and tears in its material. Cracks and tears can appear…
- Emira 4-Cylinder vehicles only - Issue 3 includes updated information on thermostat the testing method and…
Emira 4-Cylinder vehicles only - Issue 3 includes updated information on thermostat the testing method and replaces version 2 of this bulletin published on 05.08.2026. Diagnosing medium temperature engine coolant…
- TITLE - Carconfig update on EmiraDS
REASON - A new Carconfig file is available on EmiraDS to support any future ECU (Electronic Control Unit) software upgrades. Because the Carconfig is a common file shared across all ECU software packages, the “New…
- TITLE Availability of Emira service replacement lower front wishbone ball joint dust covers
REASON An unfinished rough edge, on the steering knuckle assemblies (hub carriers), can, under full suspension/steering movement, contact the lower wishbone ball joint dust cover, resulting in premature wear or damage…
- Odometer mileage adjustment implications of module substitutions on Emira vehicles
For security, necessary data collection and to ensure the correct vehicle mileage is maintained in the event of a DIM/DHU (Driver Information Module/Display Head Unit) replacement, other specific modules as well as the…
- Checking the pyrotechnic seat belt pre-tensioner harness connector for security
The SRS (Supplementary Restraint System) seat belt pre-tensioner harness connectors are fitted with locking tabs to ensure their security to their pretensioner/seat belt reel assemblies. It cannot be confirmed if the…
- Fitment of tail lamp link lead harnesses to prevent rear tail lamp failure
Under a specific usage condition* one or both of the rear tail lamps can stop illuminating. *Hazard warning lights have been continuously activated for a prolonged time period with the ignition off and the tailgate…
- Installation of the latest DIM (Driver Information Module) software release
Following release of a previous DIM software release (IP18O.02), a false positive telematic notification is triggered in Central and South Americas vehicles which are not fitted with a Telematics Module (TEM). This…
- Availability of ASO exhaust muffler (rear silencer) valve actuator as service replacement part
Until recently the failure of the exhaust muffler valve actuator has required the exhaust muffler and valve to be renewed as a complete assembly. The exhaust muffler valve actuator is now available as a separate…
- Diagnosing medium temperature engine coolant thermostat operation to prevent unnecessary thermostat…
Diagnosing medium temperature engine coolant thermostat operation to prevent unnecessary thermostat replacement. The information in this bulletin is intended as a procedure that should be performed if a 4-cylinder…
- Updating the TEM (Telematics Module), to the latest level software
software update is now available to remove car configuration related DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes) when the TEM is set to eCall or voice call only. Check and identify any affected Emira vehicles from your inventory…
NHTSA lists 23 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Lotus Emira?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 23 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2025 Lotus Emira?
NHTSA lists 23 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2025 Lotus Emira from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.