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  NHTSA Recall 78V014000

NHTSA Campaign Id 78V014000; Date: Jan. 20, 1978

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1973 Triumph TR6 1974 Triumph TR6 1975 Triumph TR6 1976 Triumph TR6

Component: Vehicle Speed Control:linkages

Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars

Affected Units:: 36,931

icon3 Recall Summary:

The possibility exists that the throttle mechanism may fail to close efficiently. This could cause the driver to lose control of engine speed.

icon2 How to Fix:

Dealer will check the linkage for proper operation and install a new abutment bracket washer free of charge.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; throttle linkage. Consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control without prior warning and avehicle accident could result. Note: if the failure occurs, the driver is advised not to remove the ignitionkey as this will lock the steering wheel.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 6, 1978

Also see:

All recalls of Triumph vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.