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Triumph Explorer problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2011–2017: 2 recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

20112012201320142017

By year

YearRecallsComplaints
201110
201221
201321
201410
201701

What owners complain about (all years)

Power Train1
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Wheels1

Recent recalls

Structure #14V765000 · 2014 · 2,180 units

Problem: Triumph motorcycles america, ltd (triumph) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 explorer motorcycles manufactured november 1, 2011, to june 1, 2014. the side stand pivot bolt may fracture.

Risk: If the side stand pivot bolt fractures, the motorcycle may fall when parked on the side stand, increasing the risk of injury to someone nearby.

Fix: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt and lock nut, free of charge. the recall began january 5, 2015. owners may contact triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. triumph's number for this recall is sb518.

Equipment #13V180000 · 2013 · 1,186 units

Problem: Triumph motorcycles america, ltd. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 explorer and explorer xc motorcycles. the gross vehicle weight rating data on the certification label is incorrect. thus, the motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification."

Risk: The incorrect label could cause the operator to overload the motorcycle which may result in handling issues and/or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Triumph will notify owners and replace the labels with corrected gvwr data, free of charge. the recall began on april 30, 2013. owners may contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.

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