15
recalls
The Triumph Spitfire has 15 recalls covering 228,451 vehicles as reported; model year 1972 is covered by the most (5).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
15
Most for 1972: 5
Units affected
228K
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the Triumph Spitfire by component
- Engine and engine cooling2 · 22K units
- Visibility2 · 27K units
- Equipment1 · 120 units
- Exterior lighting1 · 108K units
- Fuel system, gasoline1 · 37K units
- Power train1 · 111 units
- Seat belts1 · 21K units
- Service brakes, hydraulic1 · 5,121 units
Triumph Spitfire recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1982 | MG MGB, Midget; Triumph Spitfire (1978-1979): EquipmentNo. 82V072000 | Other or not stated | 120 |
| Jan 15, 1979 | Triumph Spitfire (1979): Service brakes, hydraulicNo. 79V021000 | Poisoning | 5,121 |
| Jan 15, 1979 | Triumph Spitfire (1976-1978): Engine and engine coolingNo. 79V019000 | Other or not stated | 17,800 |
| Jan 6, 1979 | Triumph Spitfire (1979): Engine and engine coolingNo. 79V045000 | Other or not stated | 3,700 |
| Feb 8, 1978 | Triumph Spitfire (1978): Vehicle speed controlNo. 78V027000 | Other or not stated | 1,400 |
| Jan 20, 1978 | Triumph Spitfire (1971-1976): Fuel system, gasolineNo. 78V015000 | Other or not stated | 36,611 |
| Jan 20, 1978 | Triumph GT6, Spitfire, TR6 (1969-1976): Exterior lightingNo. 78V013000 | Other or not stated | 107,950 |
| Jun 11, 1976 | Triumph Spitfire (1971-1973): VisibilityNo. 76V085000 | Other or not stated | 26,686 |
| Mar 7, 1973 | Triumph GT6, Spitfire, TR6 (1972): VisibilityNo. 73V055000 | Other or not stated | 55 |
| Oct 31, 1972 | Triumph Mark IV, Spitfire (1972): Power trainNo. 72V266000 | Other or not stated | 111 |
| Oct 29, 1971 | Triumph GT6, Spitfire, TR250, TR6 (1968-1971): Seat beltsNo. 71V196000 | Other or not stated | 20,559 |
| Aug 5, 1969 | Triumph GT6, Spitfire (1969): SuspensionNo. 69V104000 | Other or not stated | 888 |
| Jan 5, 1969 | MG MGB, Midget; Triumph GT6, Spitfire (1969): TiresNo. 69V024000 | Other or not stated | 5,450 |
| Nov 4, 1968 | Triumph GT6, Spitfire (1968): StructureNo. 68V105000 | Other or not stated | 500 |
| Nov 20, 1967 | Triumph GT6, Spitfire: WheelsNo. 67V114000 | Other or not stated | 1,500 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1979 Triumph Spitfire recalled?
Yes: 3 recalls cover the 1979 Triumph Spitfire. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Triumph Spitfire have?
15 recalls cover the Triumph Spitfire, for 228,451 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is engine and engine cooling (2 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.