1971 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated August 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1971 MG MGB has 1 documented issue. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
WIDESPREAD LACK OF UNDERSTANDING ABOUT THE OPERATION OF WEBBING SENSITIVE AND DUAL SENSITIVE SEAT BELTS HAS LEAD TO NON-USE OF BELTS BY A NUMBER OF OWNERS. SOME BELTS RETRACTORS MAY JAM, BIND OR LOCK. THIS MAY DISCOURAGE THE USE OF THE SAFETY BELTS. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: NON-USE OF SEAT BELTS SUBJECTS OCCUPANTS TO RISK OF INJURY IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR SUDDEN BRAKING.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
THE RETAINING SCREWS ON THE FUEL BOWL HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO LOOSEN, ALLOWING SEEPAGE OF GASOLINE FROM THE CARBURETOR.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
THE OVERDRIVE WIRING HARNESS COULD CHAFE AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 1971 MG MGB has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Worn Lever-Arm Dampers Let the Front and Rear Float. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
The 1971 MG MGB has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
The Leyland AKD 3259 manual identifies Armstrong double-acting lever-arm dampers at the front and rear. It says erratic resistance or free body movement requires the damper to be removed, checked and topped up; if fluid does not restore resistance, the damper should be replaced. Severity: medium.
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