Recall 02V-242: 2001–2002 Triumph Daytona, 2001–2002 Triumph Daytona Centennial and 2 more

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES recall for wheels, reported to NHTSA on Sep 10, 2002, covering about 1,557 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-242
Report date
Sep 10, 2002
Vehicles affected
1,557
Owners notified
Sep 19, 2002

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel needle roller bearing as fitted only to certain single sided swinging arm motorcycles can deteriorate and seize causing the rear wheel to lock-up.

The risk

This can cause a loss of control of the motorcycle.

The fix

Dealers will replace all rear wheel bearings. Owner notification began september 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerTRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES
ComponentWheels
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V242000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Triumph Daytona2001, 2002All years
Triumph Daytona Centennial2001, 2002All years
Triumph Speed Triple2001, 2002All years
Triumph Sprint ST2001, 2002All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-242?

On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel needle roller bearing as fitted only to certain single sided swinging arm motorcycles can deteriorate and seize causing the rear wheel to lock-up.

How is recall 02V-242 fixed?

Dealers will replace all rear wheel bearings. Owner notification began september 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.