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2016 Triumph Speed Triple Recalls & Complaints

We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 2 owner complaints are on file.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple.

2016 Triumph Speed Triple owner complaints

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple, describing incidents dated January 1, 2016 to November 1, 2018.

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Service Brakes 2 complaints

Newest complaints

ODI #11487726 · Filed October 3, 2022
My motorcycle has what I call a "double pull' front brake problem. When the brake lever for the front brake is pulled, I get a significant difference in lever pull. On the first pull the lever comes close to the handle bar. If I release the lever and pull it a second time, the lever pulls to a…
ODI #11468279 · Filed June 8, 2022
This is a fairly well known issue for this year Triumphs, as well as other Makes/years, fitted with this type of Brembo brakes. The brakes have an inconsistent pressure issue during operation. The first pull of the brake is soft and "spongey" and takes multiple pulls to build pressure. Full bleeding…

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Preliminary Evaluation PE21-017: Extended Stopping Distance
Closed January 15, 2025

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple right now — this is not a confirmed "no recalls". Check the VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls for the official status.

try.vin has no NCAP crash-test rating on file for the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple. NHTSA rates some vehicles by body style — pickups by cab, vans by roof height — so check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

2 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Triumph Speed Triple.

Service Brakes

ODI #11487726

Incident: November 1, 2018 · Filed: October 3, 2022

My motorcycle has what I call a "double pull' front brake problem. When the brake lever for the front brake is pulled, I get a significant difference in lever pull. On the first pull the lever comes close to the handle bar. If I release the lever and pull it a second time, the lever pulls to a normal reach. I would add the brakes engage/bite much better and what would be expected for a high performance brake system from Brembo on the second lever pull. Having to pump the brakes is a safety concern to both the rider and those in traffic. I have taken the motorcycle to my local Triumph dealer while it was under warranty. They were not able to fix the problem. I also reached out to Triumph North America and was told to take it to the dealer. I believe the bike was in the shop on two occasions but I only have paperwork for one of them. The brake fluid is at a good level and has been serviced/bleed three times with the problem instantly returning. No leaks can be found on the brake system. No warning lights on the motorcycle. The problem started around 1,000 miles on the motorcycle. I purchased the motorcycle new in August 2018 as a brand new 2016 model year left over. The manufactures warranty ran out in August 2020. I have been hesitant to aggressively pursue the problem as it seems Triumph has not found a resolution to fix the problem. There seems to be a common problem with this for many people with this motorcycle/brake system. Many people with this problem have taken the motorcycle in to the dealers and had brake pistons/seals replaced and still no resolution. Please see attached online forum thread describing the problem and inability to resolve the issue: https://www.triumphrat.net/threads/16-speed-triple-front-brake-issue-brembo.953404/

Service Brakes

ODI #11468279

Incident: January 1, 2016 · Filed: June 8, 2022

This is a fairly well known issue for this year Triumphs, as well as other Makes/years, fitted with this type of Brembo brakes. The brakes have an inconsistent pressure issue during operation. The first pull of the brake is soft and "spongey" and takes multiple pulls to build pressure. Full bleeding of brake system, replacement of pads, etc. does not resolve the issue. this is obviously a huge safety concern as it does not allow the rider a clear and consistent braking operation, which can cause them to over/under apply the amount of necessary braking and pose a large risk to themselves as well as others on the road.

Other Triumph Speed Triple model years

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