1979 LOTUS ESPRIT Recall

Campaign:

78V238000 on 10/11/1979

Component:

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Manufactured:

10/31/1977 - 09/30/1978

Affected:

146

Defect:

The involved vehicles are equipped with a tube which is used to connect a filter component in the fuel system. this tube could become damaged as a result of exposure to abnormally high ambient temperatures and the action of certain fuels. the damaged tube could allow fuel leakage to occur.

Correction:

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel system tubing without charge to owner.

Notes:

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; lines, tubes.consequences of defect: if fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source ispresent, a vehicle fire and serious injuries to vehicle occupants may result.note: should fuel leakage occur prior to repairs, the engine should be switchedoff immediately.

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