NHTSA vehicle safety data
2012 Triumph Explorer Recalls & Complaints
The 2012 Triumph Explorer has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Triumph dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2012 Triumph Explorer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2012 Triumph Explorer owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Triumph Explorer, describing incidents dated October 10, 2016.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #10916047 · Filed
THE BOLT ON THE SHIFT ASSEMBLY (THREADED FROM BOTTOM /UP) CAME OFF. THE SHIFT ASSEMBLY ARM CAME OFF WHEN IN MOTION AND I WAS UNABLE TO CHANGE GEARS. MOTORCYCLE WAS STUCK IN GEAR WITH NO ABILITY TO SHIFT.
Side Stand Pivot Bolt may Fracture
NHTSA #14V765000 · Structure — Motorcycle — Kickstand/Center Stand · NHTSA notice
Reported December 2, 2014 · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD
Potentially affected: 2,180 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.11% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Triumph campaign SB518 · Owners notified January 5, 2015 · Vehicles built November 1, 2011 – June 1, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Explorer motorcycles manufactured November 1, 2011, to June 1, 2014. The side stand pivot bolt may fracture.
Safety consequence
If the side stand pivot bolt fractures, the motorcycle may fall when parked on the side stand, increasing the risk of injury to someone nearby.
Manufacturer remedy
Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt and lock nut, free of charge. The recall began January 5, 2015. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB518.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Incorrect GVWR Data on Label
NHTSA #13V180000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported May 1, 2013 · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD
Potentially affected: 1,186 vehicles
Owners notified April 30, 2013 · Vehicles built December 1, 2011 – March 31, 2012 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Explorer and Explorer XC motorcycles. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data on the certification Label is incorrect. Thus, the motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Part 567, "Certification."
Safety consequence
The incorrect label could cause the operator to overload the motorcycle which may result in handling issues and/or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Triumph will notify owners and replace the labels with corrected GVWR data, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Triumph Explorer model years
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