2018 Triumph Thruxton recalls and problems

The 2018 Triumph Thruxton has 2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is electrical system.

2018 Triumph Thruxton
Photo: 2018 Triumph Thruxton by Carfanatic2019, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
How the 2018 compares
Fewest complaintsMost complaints

High complaint count among 6 Thruxton model years — 3rd most.

2recalls
2complaints
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
1median 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

Structure

Jan 15, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V015000 · 3,244 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

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.

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

Jan 31, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V084000 · 2,824 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

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.

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
Fuel System1
Service Brakes1

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

NHTSA investigations

Extended Stopping Distance

PE21017 · opened Jul 9, 2021 · closed Jan 15, 2025
Summary

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation (PE21017) on July 9, 2021 for model year (MY) 2016-2019 Triumph Thruxton and Speed Triple model motorcycles based on allegations of loss of front braking performance.Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ) indicated riders were experiencing a soft front brake lever that could result in an unexpected extended stopping distance. On July 28, 2021, ODI sent an Information Request letter to Triumph to learn more about the subject components and alleged defect.On September 24, 2021, Triumph submitted its response, which ODI analyzed.ODI learned that the majority of the VOQ incidents occurred two or more years after the motorcycle was manufactured. The manufacturer recommends changing the brake fluid every two years, regardless of mileage. As the manufacturer’s warranty lasts for two years from the date of sale, many dealers covered the complicated brake fluid replacement procedure under warranty. However, most of the motorcycles involved in these incidents were overdue to have their brake system serviced. Triumph conducted testing of the brake system to better quantify what riders were experiencing.Triumph found pulling the lever a second time immediately after an initial pull did result in less lever travel for the same force exerted on the lever.This reduction was two millimeters or less.Additional testing was conducted to ascertain the caliper force generated relative to various lever forces.Triumph found …

2018 vs. other Triumph Thruxton years

2004: 1 complaints20042013: 1 complaints20132016: 21 complaints2016212017: 5 complaints20172018: 2 complaints20182019: 1 complaints20191

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2018. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2018 Triumph Thruxton have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2018 Triumph Thruxton, the latest from Jan 15, 2020 (structure). 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 2018 Triumph Thruxton?

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