NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Triumph Speed Triple R
The 2016 Triumph Speed Triple R has 1 NHTSA recall and 3 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Triumph dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple R. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
NHTSA #17V700000Reported November 6, 2017 · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD
Defect description
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Speed Triple R and Speed Triple S motorcycles. A wire for the charging system may rub against a bracket for the ABS modulator, potentially resulting in an electrical short.
Safety consequence
An electrical short could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free manufacturer remedy
Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wire, rerouting it to avoid contact with the bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB552.
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.