NHTSA Recall # | 40686 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 79V045000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | JAGUAR CARS |
Supplier | TRIUMPH |
Brand | TRIUMPH |
Model | SPITFIRE |
Model Year | 1979 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMIS |
Date of notification | 29/03/79 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/09/78 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/01/79 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 06/01/79 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 3700 |
Defect summary | The possibility exists that the fuel non-evaporative loss system flexible connector, adjacent to the carbon canister, may become trapped by the right side horn attachment bracket when closing the hood. Trapping of the connector could cause a restriction in the non-evaporative loss system which may result in restricted fuel tank breathing and eventual fuel tank collapse or rupture. |
Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | Dealer will readjust the horn bracket angle and reroute and secure the "u" shaped connection pipe at no charge. |
Recall notes | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: fuel tank collapse or rupture could lead to a vehiclefire, possibly resulting in a vehicle accident and personal injury. |