Vehicle recall 85V087000 · July 3, 1985
1980, 1982-1985 Jaguar XJS
Possible fuel leakage from the engine fuel injection system, particularly in the area of the hose/clip fittings.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- 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.
- Remedy
- A new fuel delivery system designed to eliminate fuel hose clips will be installed.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: passenger cars.system: fuel injector.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 85V087000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 3, 1985
- Filed by
- JAGUAR CARS
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 10,000
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
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