Jaguar Xjs 1980

Model Xjs made in 1980 by Jaguar got 1 consumer complain as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to tires. . There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .

Xjs year 1980

Recalls
Consumer Complaints

Model 1980

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL
85V087000	JAGUAR CARS	from 12/01/1979 to 06/01/1985	V (Vehicle)	10000		MFR	JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.	07/03/1985	07/24/1985
Defect Summary	Possible fuel leakage from the engine fuel injection system, particularly in the area of the hose/clip fittings. consequence of defect: the presence of an ignition source, with fuel leakage, could result in an engine compartment fire or the destruction of ignition distributor cap.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	A new fuel delivery system designed to eliminate fuel hose clips will be installed.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger cars.system: fuel injector.
83V135000	JAGUAR CARS	from 08/01/1979 to 05/01/1983	V (Vehicle)	3500	04/06/1984	MFR	JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.	12/20/1983	01/11/1984
Defect Summary	Fuel leakage may develop at the two main fuel rail connections. deterioration at these two connections has been traced to a combination of misalignment of the two rail halves and the effect of temperature changes.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Dealer will replace the current two piece fuel rail with a new part kit of single piece design.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel injection distribution plumbing.consequences of defect: leaking fuel could lead to a vehicle fire and personalinjury.note: owners are advised to promptly check the engine compartment for evidenceof fuel leakage. if any fuel is found on or around the top of the engine whilethe engine is cold and the ignition switch is on, the vehicle should not beoperated.
81V134000	JAGUAR CARS	from 04/01/1980 to 09/01/1981	V (Vehicle)	4630	11/20/1981	MFR	JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.	10/27/1981	10/30/1981
Defect Summary	Certain vehicles could be subject to a fuel leakage in the engine compartment due to the possibility of deterioration in the integrity of the high pressure fuel hose connections.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	All affected hoses and attachment clips will be replaced at no charge to owner.
Notes	Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel systems; fuel hoses.consequences of defect: as these fuel hoses are pressurized, a reduction in theeffective clamping load of the attachment clips could allow fuel leakage,possibly leading to a vehicle fire and injury to vehicle occupants withoutwarning.note: the owner is advised to inspect the engine compartment, with the enginerunning, for evidence of fuel leakage or fuel odor.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
90V123000	JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.	from 10/01/1977 to 10/01/1990	V (Vehicle)	35000	12/24/1990	ODI	JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.	07/02/1990	09/26/1990
Defect Summary	Excessive fuel vapor pressure can occur that, after prolonged cycling, could weaken the fuel tank structure.
Consequence Summary	This can cause fuel tank leaks which, in the presence ofan ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Summary	Install a revised fuel purge system which eliminates excessive vapor pressure build-up.
Notes	System: fuel tank - fuel purge system.vehicle description: passenger cars; 2 door coupe, cabriolet, convertible.

Consumer Complaints

Fail date	miles	occurences
TIRES - SIDEWALL
04/01/1998		1
	Michelin (205-70-15ur) energy mxv-4 tires develop bubble on sidewall leading to blow outs.