Reported May 25, 19799 vehicles affectedLOTUS CARS OF AMERICA INCBuilt Apr 1, 1978 – May 1, 1979
The defect
The spiral retaining pin in the gear selector quadrant may move from its normal position so that vehicle could remain in gear when selector lever IS moved into the "park" position.
The remedy
Dealer will refit retaining pin to preclude gear shift selector moving out of place.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: power train; transmission, automatic.consequences of defect: in this condition, the vehicle could strike persons,vehicles, or other objects, possibly causing death or personal injury.note: it IS recommended that, until the modification IS carried out, drivershould apply the foot and parking brakes at all times when bringing the vehicleto a stop. Also, driver should apply the foot and parking brakes beforestarting the vehicle, and not release either brake until a forward or reversegear has been engaged.