Vehicle recall 79V019000 · January 15, 1979

1976-1978 Triumph Spitfire

Due to the angle of fitment of the fuel tank separator, the separator hose may become kinked.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Due 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.
Remedy: The 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.
Notes: Vehicle 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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 79V019000
Reported to NHTSA: January 15, 1979
Filed by: JAGUAR CARS
Owner notification: March 29, 1979
Vehicles potentially affected: 17,800
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control

Recall 79V019000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Triumph Spitfire (1976-1978): 1978, 1977, 1976

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