There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Triumph Bonneville, but owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
2001 Triumph Bonneville problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Wheels | 7 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Wheels › Rim — 1
- Suspension › Front › Hub — 1
- Wheels › Hub — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 29,500 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2001 Triumph Bonneville complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Suspension · at 83,558 miles · reported Dec 18, 2007
Rear wheel spoke broke while riding at approximately 35 MPH - left, outer spoke. Spoke then pierced the inner tube causing a flat tire and loss of control of the motorcycle. I was able to recover and maneuver the motorcycle to a nearby gas station to arrange for pickup. Upon examination of the wheel, I noticed that the design of the hub flange is angled outward, putting additional stress on the spokes where they bend at the hub, causing them to all curve or bend, rather than go straight between the hub and the rim. This is different than all other motorcycles I've owned since 1971 and appears…
Wheels · at 18,000 miles · reported Nov 19, 2005
Rear wheel: spoke on left side failed at point where spoke connects to hub. Broken spoke did not cause flat tire in this instance but could have as spoke remnant was sticking out beyond the hub and if it had caught on any static structure, it would have been driven into the tube and tire. Vehicle is 2001 triumph bonneville motorcycle.
Wheels · at 29,500 miles · reported Sep 29, 2005
Dt: while riding a 2001 triumph, bonneville motorcycle there is a recurrent problem of the spokes breaking off on the rear wheel. On the rear wheel there were four different types of spokes, the same spoke known as the outside left hand spoke was the spoke that continued to break. This problem occurred without any incident or damage to the motorcycle or wheel. It simply occurred on its own. The consumer took the motorcycle to the dealer for repairs, they replaced the spoke. The dealer did not know why this failure occurred. There was no apparent damage to the wheel or rim. This failure…
Wheels · reported Aug 29, 2005
Broken spoke in the rear wheel of my 2001 triumph bonneville. The bike has been extremely well maintained, and never abused. I would not be concerned if so many other owners have not had the same experience of rear wheel spoke breakage. Considering there are only 2 wheels on a motorcycle, and one has a history spoke breakage, this is a dangerous situation waiting to happen. Thanks, phil.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Triumph Bonneville have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Triumph Bonneville as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Triumph Bonneville?
Owners report wheels problems most often (7 reports), followed by suspension (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 29,500 miles.
Are Triumph recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Triumph dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.