NHTSA Recall 79V021000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V021000; Date: Jan. 15, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Triumph Spitfire
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
Manufactured by: Jaguar Cars
Affected Units:: 5,121
Recall Summary:
A casting defect may be present in certain front brake caliper assemblies. This defect may result in eventual cracking of a brake caliper securing a lug. This would lead to decreased braking performance.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect and replace all suspect brake calipers without charge to owners.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: service brakes; caliper. Consequences of defect: in the event of a sudden stop, decreased brakingperformance can cause a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 29, 1979
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