NHTSA vehicle safety data

2017 Triumph Thruxton

The 2017 Triumph Thruxton has 3 NHTSA recalls and 5 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Triumph dealer.

Complete safety data for the 2017 Triumph Thruxton. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.

STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND

NHTSA #20V015000

Reported January 15, 2020 · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Defect description

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton, 2016-2019 Thruxton R and 2020 Thruxton TFC motorcycles. The side stand spring may fracture, possibly allowing the side stand switch to activate and shut off the engine.

Safety consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand spring, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 570.

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

NHTSA #18V084000

Reported January 31, 2018 · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Defect description

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles. The engine may stall if the throttle is open or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.

Safety consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is 33.

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.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

NHTSA #16E057000

Reported June 13, 2016 · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Defect description

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain accessory Adjustable Brake Levers, sold as part of an aftermarket lever replacement kit, part number A2021334. These brake levers are intended for installation on 2016 and 2017 Thruxton 1200, Street Twin, Bonneville T120, and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. Under certain conditions, the brake levers may contact the handlebar before maximum braking force is applied.

Safety consequence

Without the ability to apply maximum front braking, the distance needed to stop the motorcycle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

Free manufacturer remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake levers, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.

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 Thruxton model years

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