NHTSA Recall 78V196000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V196000; Date: Sep. 11, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Jaguar XJ6; 1979 Jaguar XJ6
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars
Affected Units:: 3,263
Recall Summary:
The exhaust downpipes installed on the involved vehicles may not permit proper clearance between the downpipes and the steering column lower joints. Upon making a hard full right turn, the exhaust downpipe and steering column could come into contact with each other. This could result in a loss of steering control.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the exhaust downpipe with one of modified shape, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: exhaust; catalyst downpipe. Consequences of defect: this defect may cause a loss of vehicle control and,possibly, a vehicle accident. Note: owner is advised to avoid making sharp right turns with the steeringwheel turned to the limit until the vehicle can be inspected and the problemcorrected.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 22, 1978
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