Triumph Speed Triple S recalled over injury risk

Recall date

November 6, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. recalls 2016–2017 Triumph Speed Triple S, Speed Triple R

Recall number

17V700000

Brand / firm

Triumph

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 541 units

Why it was recalled

An electrical short could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Speed Triple R and Speed Triple S motorcycles. A wire for the charging system may rub against a bracket for the ABS modulator, potentially resulting in an electrical short.

What to do

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wire, rerouting it to avoid contact with the bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB552.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.