Recalls for 1973 Triumph Spitfire

DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH

Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
The headlamp switches may malfunction on the involved vehicles.  Should this occur, loss of headlamp and taillamp illumination may result.  Switch breakage will only occur when the switch is being turned on or off.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will replace the defective switch at no charge.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; master headlamp switch.consequences of defect: headlight and taillight failure, during nighttime orpoor weather conditions, could lead to a vehicle accident.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description
Fuel leakage may occur in the engine bay at fuel line connections or at the fuel pump.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will inspect the fuel lines and fuel pump and will replace them, if necessary, without charge.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel line.consequences of defect: if an ignition source is present, a fire could startand personal injury and property damage could result.note: gasoline may evaporate in a short period of time.  Therefore, dailychecking is recommended until the vehicle can be inspected.

DEFECT #3 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Posted on: 1979-10-12
Description


Consequence


Corrective Action


Notes
Triumph campaign no a431.possibilty that whindshield wiper arms and bladesremoved or replaced in service by owners or independent repairers may have beeninstalled improperly due to inadequate fitting instructions.if this conditionexists the windshield wiper and washer system fails to meet the minimumrequirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.104.correct byinspecting and installing proper wiper arms and blades to meet requirements offmvss 104).