Recall 12V-445: 2006–2009 Triumph Daytona 675, 2006–2009 Triumph Street Triple

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 12, 2012, covering about 10,366 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-445
Report date
Sep 12, 2012
Vehicles affected
10,366
Owners notified
Oct 11, 2012

The problem

Triumph is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Street Triple, Street Triple R, and Daytona 675 motorcycles. The regulator/rectifier can overheat and prevent the motorcycle from charging. Once the battery is fully discharged, the motorcycle may stall.

The risk

If the motorcycle stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash leading to personal injury.

The fix

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Triumph customer service department at 1-678-854-2010.

Notes

Owners may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerTRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD
ComponentElectrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V445000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Triumph Daytona 6752006, 2007, 2008, 2009All years
Triumph Street Triple2006, 2007, 2008, 2009All 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 12V-445?

Triumph is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Street Triple, Street Triple R, and Daytona 675 motorcycles. The regulator/rectifier can overheat and prevent the motorcycle from charging. Once the battery is fully discharged, the motorcycle may stall.

How is recall 12V-445 fixed?

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Triumph customer service department 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.