Recall 90V-123
JAGUAR ROVER TRIUMPH INC. recalled the 1990 Jaguar XJS: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 90V-123
- Reported
- July 2, 1990
- Vehicles affected
- 35,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Excessive fuel vapor pressure can occur that, after prolonged cycling, could weaken the fuel tank structure.
The risk
This can cause fuel tank leaks which, in the presence ofan ignition source, could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Install a revised fuel purge system which eliminates excessive vapor pressure build-up.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: fuel tank - fuel purge system.vehicle description: passenger cars; 2 door coupe, cabriolet, convertible.
Affected vehicles
- Jaguar XJS 1990