Triumph Spitfire 1976

Model Spitfire made in 1976 by Triumph got 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Technical service bulletines regarding equipment. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline.

Model 1976

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
79V019000JAGUAR CARSfrom 06/01/1976 to 05/01/1978V (Vehicle)1780003/29/1979MFRJAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.01/15/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryDue to the angle of fitment of the fuel tank separator, the separator hose may become kinked. this kinking may result in fuel line restriction which may cause the fuel tank to collapse.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the fuel connector hose in a way that will prevent separator hose kinking. this will be done at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank separator hose.consequences of defect: collapse of the fuel tank can cause a potential firehazard and, possibly, an explosion. this can result in serious personal injuryto occupants.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY
78V015000JAGUAR CARSfrom 09/01/1971 to 12/01/1974V (Vehicle)3661107/26/1978ODIJAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC.01/20/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryFuel leakage may occur in the engine bay at fuel line connections or at the fuel pump.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will inspect the fuel lines and fuel pump and will replace them, if necessary, without charge.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel line.consequences of defect: if an ignition source is present, a fire could startand personal injury and property damage could result.note: gasoline may evaporate in a short period of time. therefore, dailychecking is recommended until the vehicle can be inspected.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
8503/01/200610019987Technical news concerning triumph motorcycles. *ak05/18/2006