Recall 78V-016: 1973–1974 Austin Healey Marina

JAGUAR CARS recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jan 20, 1978, covering about 20,661 vehicles.

NHTSA number
78V-016
Report date
Jan 20, 1978
Vehicles affected
20,661
Owners notified
Oct 4, 1978

The problem

The fuel tank vent hose could crack and allow fumes to enter the trunk area, especially while filling the fuel tank. These fumes could permeate the trunk area and enter the passenger compartment.

The fix

Dealer will replace fuel pumps on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank vent pipe.consequences of defect: this defect could lead to a vehicle fire and seriousinjury to vehicle passengers.note: if gasoline fumes are present in the vehicle, it should not be operatedprior to dealer inspection. The ground area beneath the engine should also bechecked for leaking fuel.

Recall details

ManufacturerJAGUAR CARS
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Mounting
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number78V016000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Austin Healey Marina1973, 1974All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 78V-016?

The fuel tank vent hose could crack and allow fumes to enter the trunk area, especially while filling the fuel tank. These fumes could permeate the trunk area and enter the passenger compartment.

How is recall 78V-016 fixed?

Dealer will replace fuel pumps on all affected vehicles without charge to owners.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.