Every 2017 Triumph Thruxton recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Structure · NHTSA 20V015000
Jan 15, 2020Structure:Motorcycle:Kickstand/Center Stand
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 20V015000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 19E029000
Apr 15, 2019Electrical System:Wiring
- Problem
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain accessory fairing kits, part numbers A9708301, A9708412, A9938255, A9938257, A9938265, A9938267, A9938323, and A9938325 sold for accessory installation on 2016-2018 Thruxton 1200, Thruxton 1200R, Thruxton 1200 Dual Seat and Thruxton 1200R Dual Seat motorcycles. Insufficient clearance for the wiring may result in damage to the harnesses causing a loss of headlights, turn signals or possibly a stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall or a loss of the headlight or turn signals can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wire covering (conduits) free of charge. The recall began May 24, 2019. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN566.
Full recall details for 19E029000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 18V084000
Jan 31, 2018Electrical System:Software
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 18V084000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 16E057000
Jun 13, 2016Service Brakes, Hydraulic
- Problem
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain accessory Adjustable Brake Levers, sold as part of an aftermarket lever replacement kit, part number A2021334. These brake levers are intended for installation on 2016 and 2017 Thruxton 1200, Street Twin, Bonneville T120, and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. Under certain conditions, the brake levers may contact the handlebar before maximum braking force is applied.
- Risk
- Without the ability to apply maximum front braking, the distance needed to stop the motorcycle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake levers, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
Full recall details for 16E057000 →
2017 Triumph Thruxton complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Triumph Thruxton. Triumph has issued at least 100 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Service Brakes12
- Engine1
- Fuel/Propulsion System1
- Vehicle Speed Control1
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (237)
- Equipment (77)
- Unknown Or Other (18)
- Power Train (15)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (9)
- Back Over Prevention (8)
Read Triumph Thruxton owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2017 Triumph Thruxton
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Triumph Thruxton. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“The front brakes on my 2017 Triumph Thruxton r have developed a need to pull twice in order to get a bite. The first pull on the lever comes back very easy with little stopping power. The second pull engages and stopping power is restored. This seems dangerous when a panic situation occurs.”
2017 TRIUMPH THRUXTONJan 28, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11568303
“SEEMS I HAVE THE ISSUE MANY OTHER ARE HAVING WITH THE FRONT BRAKES ON MY TRIUMPH THRUXTON R IN THAT I HAVE TO "DOUBLE PUMP" THE BRAKE LEVER TO ACTUALLY GET A GOOD SOLID BRAKING FEEL AND ACTION.”
2017 TRIUMPH THRUXTON RJan 13, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11387900
“THE FRONT BRAKE EXHIBITS A VERY LONG FIRST PULL TO ENGAGE, SUBSEQUENT PULLS ARE SHORT BRIEFLY, THEN THE LONG PULL RETURNS AFTER A FEW MINUTES. THIS CAUSES THE FRONT BRAKE TO ENGAGE AT GREATLY VARYING LEVELS OF LEVER PULL AND EFFORT DURING A TYPICAL RIDE. THE BRAKE IS ALSO VERY SPONGY AND VAGUE.”
2017 TRIUMPH THRUXTON 1200RJun 19, 2019
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11221173
“My bike has the same issue as many other Triumph Thruxton 1200Rs with a soft initial brake application. The first time that the brakes are applied, there is extra travel and a softer lever feel. After the first application, a subsequent application has a shorter travel.”
2017 TRIUMPH THRUXTONNov 14, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11493397
“FRONT BRAKES ARE SPONGEY AND REQUIRE PUMPING OF BRAKE LEVER IN ORDER TO GET FULL BRAKING ABILITY. FRONT BRAKE LEVER IS SOFT ON FIRST PULL AND NEEDS TO BE RELEASED AND PULLED AGAIN IN ORDER TO BRAKE FULLY.”
2017 TRIUMPH THRUXTON RJan 13, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11387893
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