2013 Triumph Speed Triple recalls and problems

The 2013 Triumph Speed Triple has 2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electrical system.

How the 2013 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 7 Speed Triple model years — 5th most.

2recalls

1complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

2,780median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Power Train

May 16, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V211000 · 279 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Speed Triple motorcycles manufactured June 2012 through January 2013. Due to the incorrect engagement of the neutral switch and gear selector drum, the neutral light may remain illuminated despite the motorcycle actually being in gear.

Risk: The operator may think the motorcycle is in neutral while the motorcycle is in gear. This could lead to unintended movement of the motorcycle and a possible crash.

Remedy & notes

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will correct the engagement of the neutral switch and gear selector drum, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.

Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Exterior Lighting

Mar 22, 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V104000 · 3,799 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Daytona 675, Street Triple, Speed Triple, and Tiger 800 motorcycles. Due to a manufacturing error, the turn signal stems on the front and rear of the motorcycle may fracture.

Risk: If the turn signal stems break, the turn signals may not be visible to other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy & notes

Triumph will notify owners and dealers will replace the turn signal stems, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.

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.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Electrical System1

Exterior Lighting1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2013 vs. other Triumph Speed Triple years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2013. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2013 Triumph Speed Triple have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2013 Triumph Speed Triple, the latest from May 16, 2013 (power train). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Triumph Speed Triple?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention electrical system (1), exterior lighting (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.