Recalls › 79V019000

NHTSA recall 79V019000

Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control

Triumph Spitfire

Reported Jan 15, 197917,800 vehicles affectedJAGUAR CARSBuilt Jun 1, 1976 – May 1, 1978

The defect

Due to the angle of fitment of the fuel tank separator, the separator hose may become kinked. This kinking may result in fuel line restriction which may cause the fuel tank to collapse.

The remedy

The dealer will replace the fuel connector hose in a way that will prevent separator hose kinking. This will be done at no cost to owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

Triumph Spitfire
197619771978

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank separator hose.consequences of defect: collapse of the fuel tank can cause a potential firehazard and, possibly, an explosion. This can result in serious personal injuryto occupants.