Vehicle recall 78V014000 · January 20, 1978
1973-1976 Triumph TR6
The possibility exists that the throttle mechanism may fail to close efficiently.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The possibility exists that the throttle mechanism may fail to close efficiently. This could cause the driver to lose control of engine speed.
- Remedy
- Dealer will check the linkage for proper operation and install a new abutment bracket washer free of charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; throttle linkage.consequences of defect: loss of vehicle control without prior warning and avehicle accident could result.note: if the failure occurs, the driver is advised not to remove the ignitionkey as this will lock the steering wheel.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 78V014000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 20, 1978
- Filed by
- JAGUAR CARS
- Owner notification
- June 6, 1978
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 36,931
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Vehicle speed control › Linkages
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Triumph TR6 (1973-1976): 1976, 1975, 1974, 1973
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