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  NHTSA Recall 78V089000

NHTSA Campaign Id 78V089000; Date: Apr. 24, 1978

icon1 Recalled Vehicles:

1975 MG MGB 1976 MG MGB 1977 MG MGB 1978 MG MGB

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:carburetor System

Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars

Affected Units:: 45,000

icon3 Recall Summary:

The retaining screws on the fuel bowl have the potential to loosen, allowing seepage of gasoline from the carburetor.

icon2 How to Fix:

The dealer will check the exhaust manifold/catalyst system and carburetor and make any necessary repairs without charge to owner.

icon4 Recall Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; carburetor. Consequences of defect: this would create a potential risk of fire and, if thevehicle is in motion, an accident.

Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 10, 1978

Also see:

All recalls of MG vehicles.

More recall documents on nhtsa.gov.