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  NHTSA Recall 78V080000

NHTSA Campaign Id 78V080000; Date: Apr. 13, 1978

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1975 MG Midget 1976 MG Midget

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars

Affected Units:: 25,000

icon3 Recall Summary:

The fuel pipe brackets mounted in the cylinder head rear stud have been misaligned on the involved vehicles. As a result, the nylon fuel feed pipe may sustain chafing and feed pipe damage.

icon2 How to Fix:

The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, correct the alignment of the fuel pipe bracket. If damaged, the fuel pipe will also be replaced.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; pipe bracket. Consequences of defect: continued operation of the vehicle in this conditioncould result in fuel leakage, thereby creating a potential risk of fire. In theevent of a fire, personal injury could occur. Note: should there be any fuel leakage in the engine compartment, the vehicleshould not be operated.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 16, 1978

Also see:

All recalls of MG vehicles.

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