1979 JAGUAR XJ6 Recalls (3)
- Campaign:
- 79V128000 on 10/11/1979
- Component:
- Power train:automatic transmission
- Manufactured:
- 03/31/1978 - 04/30/1979
- Affected:
- 3,512
- Defect:
- The selector quadrant spiral retaining pin may work its way out of position so that the vehicle could remain in gear when selector lever is moved into the "park" position.
- Correction:
- Dealer will secure spiral pin using a retaining pin to permanently lock it in position.
- Notes:
- Ner model 65 ormodel 66 automatic transmissions.system: power train; transmissions, automatic.consequences of defect: vehicle may be left unattended while still in gear andmay roll unexpectedly. this could result in injury or death as well as damageto property.note: prior to starting the vehicle, driver should ensure that both theemergency and foot brake are firmly applied, and visually check for pedestriansin front and behind vehicle.
- Campaign:
- 78V196000 on 10/11/1979
- Component:
- Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
- Affected:
- 3,263
- Defect:
- The exhaust downpipes installed on the involved vehicles may not permit proper clearance between the downpipes and the steering column lower joints. upon making a hard full right turn, the exhaust downpipe and steering column could come into contact with each other. this could result in a loss of steering control.
- Correction:
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the exhaust downpipe with one of modified shape, without charge to owner.
- Notes:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: exhaust; catalyst downpipe.consequences of defect: this defect may cause a loss of vehicle control and,possibly, a vehicle accident.note: owner is advised to avoid making sharp right turns with the steeringwheel turned to the limit until the vehicle can be inspected and the problemcorrected.
- Campaign:
- 80V024000 on 04/03/1980
- Component:
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Manufactured:
- 06/30/1979 - 11/30/1979
- Affected:
- 900
- Defect:
- The ignition amplifier may contact and score the fuel filter. over a period of time, scoring of the filter can cause fuel leakage.
- Correction:
- Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, adjust fuel filter brackets and replace filter without charge to owner.
- Notes:
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel filter line.consequences of defect: fuel leakage creates a potential risk of a vehicle fireand possible injury to passengers.
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