2016 Triumph Street Twin problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Triumph Street Twin.
Recalls
Electrical System #16V163000 · 2016 · 5,939 units
Problem: Triumph motorcycles america, ltd. (triumph) is recalling certain model year 2016 street twin motorcycles manufactured september 7, 2015, to november 21, 2015. the wiring in the fuel tank that powers the fuel pump may have damaged insulation and, as a result, fuel may enter the wiring and travel down the harness, outside of the tank and drip from the connector at the main harness.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source such as an electrical short, increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump harness and replace it as needed, based on its batch number, free of charge. the recall began april 2016. owners may contact triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
Electrical System #19V133000 · 2019 · 12,654 units
Problem: Triumph motorcycles america, ltd (triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2019 bonneville t120 and bonneville t120 black, 2017-2019 bonneville t100 and t100 black, 2017-2018 street cup and street scrambler, and 2016-2018 street twin motorcycles. the clutch cable may contact the main harness cover and cause damage to wiring within the main harness. this may lead to a loss of electrical power to various electrical circuits.
Risk: Loss of electrical power may cause the headlight or indicator lighting to malfunction or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original securing guide for the clutch cable and main harness with an updated one, free of charge. the recall began march 27, 2019. owners may contact triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. triumph's number for this recall is sran560.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 1 NHTSA owner complaint. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Triumph Street Twin have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Triumph Street Twin. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2016 Triumph Street Twin problems?
In 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is engine.