Triumph Rocket III problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 2004–2008: 3 recall campaigns and 35 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Recent recalls
Fuel System, Gasoline #07V455000 · 2007 · 4,696 units
Problem: On certain motorcycles, when the engine is returning to idle it may stall.
Risk: If the motorcycle stalls, the rider will have to restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and download new engine management software free of charge. the recall began on october 17, 2007. owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
Steering #06V063000 · 2006 · 33 units
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the handle bar clamp bolts were not sufficiently tightened.
Risk: The handle bars could loosen which could result in a crash or personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the torque of the clamp bolts and tighten if necessary. the recall began on march 16, 2006. owners may contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Power Train #05V004000 · 2005 · 1,994 units
Problem: On certain motorcycles, damage to the oil seal occurred during final assembly. once damaged some of the oil in the drive unit could escape past the seal.
Risk: If undetected the final drive unit could run low of oil and seize causing the rear wheel to lockup, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the final drive unit. the recall began on january 25, 2005. owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
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