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2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R recalls and problems

The 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Triumph dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R recalls

Recall 23V-730: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Oct 31, 2023 · 3,557 vehicles affected · Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd.

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020 Rocket 3 TFC, 2020-2024 Rocket 3 R, Rocket 3 GT, 2022 Rocket 3 GT Triple Black, and Rocket 3 R Black motorcycles. The rear brake master cylinder may fail to move fluid through the system properly, requiring an extended distance to stop.

Risk: Extended stopping distance increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Triumph's customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 611.

Recall 20V-740: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Nov 30, 2020 · 1,241 vehicles affected · Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rocket 3 GT, Rocket 3 R, and 2020 Rocket 3 TFC motorcycles. Air could have entered the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator while the rear brake system was filled during production.

Risk: Over time, the air in the ABS modulator can deteriorate rear braking efficiency, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.

Fix: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake system, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 587.

2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes2
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,100 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 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 1,000 miles · reported Oct 13, 2023
The contact owns a 2020 Triumph Rocket 3R Motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at various speeds, the rear brakes became inoperable. The contact pumped the brakes, but the brakes failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The motorcycle was taken to the local dealer and repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V740000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the failure recurred. The motorcycle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the brake lines needed to be bled. The motorcycle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was…
Service Brakes · reported Jan 2, 2023
Over the course of 16 months of ownership, I have now scheduled a second appointment to have my rear brake lines flushed and refilled under warranty. This can be inspected if necessary. The reason for scheduling this maintenance is the brakes will "fade" over the course of several weeks to months due to an admitted manufacturing/ assembly defect where there are air bubbles inadvertently allowed into the rear ABS system. This defect makes emergency braking nearly impossible as only the front brakes work to their potential. The dealership I have been conducting business with has been very…
Service Brakes · at 3,100 miles · reported Apr 28, 2021
Rear brake: reduced braking in rear brake worsening over time. Problem was cause for recall, after recall repair, I had a second decrease in braking power which required another fix. Pumping the brakes while riding seemed to keep the brake at least operational but nowhere near where it should be. Fuel gauge: stopped reading fuel level - part was replaced and seems to work again. This was a problem that was independent of whether the bike was moving or not clutch failure: reduced clutch efficiency and efficacy beginning with not being able to find neutral predictably and eventually becoming…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R: 23V-730 (service brakes, hydraulic), 20V-740 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2020 Triumph Rocket 3 R?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,100 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.