NHTSA Campaign Id 78V015000; Date: Jan. 20, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:1971 Triumph Spitfire; 1972 Triumph Spitfire; 1973 Triumph Spitfire; 1974 Triumph Spitfire; 1975 Triumph Spitfire; 1976 Triumph Spitfire
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery
Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars
Affected Units:: 36,611
Recall Summary:Fuel leakage may occur in the engine bay at fuel line connections or at the fuel pump.
How to Fix:The dealer will inspect the fuel lines and fuel pump and will replace them, if necessary, without charge.
Recall Notes:Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; fuel line. Consequences of defect: if an ignition source is present, a fire could startand personal injury and property damage could result. Note: gasoline may evaporate in a short period of time. Therefore, dailychecking is recommended until the vehicle can be inspected.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 26, 1978
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