2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring recalls and problems

The 2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring has 2 safety recalls and 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Triumph dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring recalls

Recall 08V-686: Structure

Reported Dec 19, 2008 · 8 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD

Problem: Triumph is recalling 8 my 2008 rocket III touring motorcycles. There could be a missing weld on the back of the pannier rail.

Risk: The pannier rail may, after time, be weakened leading to a full fracture of the rail and possible loss of pannier and rail from the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the pannier rail. All motorcycles have been repaired.

Recall 08V-145: Equipment

Reported Mar 26, 2008 · 356 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD

Problem: Triumph is recalling 356 my 2008 rocket III touring motorcycles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars," and part 567, "certification." the certification label, located on the left front frame tube, includes incorrect information regarding tire sizes and pressures, as well as an incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (Gvwr).

Risk: An owner may under-inflate the front tire if using the incorrect information. Under-inflation may cause a tire to slip or come off the rim causing a loss of control which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new certification label. The recall began on april 23, 2008. Owners may contact triumph at 1-678-539-8782.

2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Manual Transmission — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 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 2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring complaints

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

Vehicle Speed Control · at 18,000 miles · reported Mar 21, 2015

While stopped at intersection, I was attempting to accelerate from 1st gear to 2nd gear had a total lose of power. Had to shift into 3rd gear to continue thru the traffic light intersection. When trying to up shift had lose of power in 4th gear also and had to shift into 5th to maintain speed. After removing clutch case cover found a broken brass spring in bottom of the crank. After reading the maintenance manual it appeared to be the gear selector spring, was verified by triumph tech that it was. Now I have to turn bike in to a triumph service center to replace a $4 spring, which require…

Vehicle Speed Control · at 20,000 miles · reported Sep 29, 2014

The contact owns a 2008 triumph rocket III touring motorcycle. While driving approximately 65 MPH and attempting to accelerate to pass other vehicles in the left lane, the motorcycle failed to accelerate and suddenly stalled. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the plastic twist grip, which houses the steel cable to the accelerator throttle, had sheared off. The vehicle was repaired and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. Approximately two years later, the failure recurred while riding approximately 45 MPH and attempting to accelerate…

Power Train · at 30,000 miles · reported Oct 4, 2013

The contact owns a 2008 triumph rocket III touring motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the interior clutch pin disengaged, resulting in a failure of the clutch operations. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the clutch actuator assembly needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 30,000. The VIN was not available.

Power Train · at 4,800 miles · reported Aug 11, 2009

Clutch failure on my motorcycle, which was caused by a broken internal part (Lifter shaft). My motorcycle has been in the shop since that date(5 weeks now), awaiting part replacement. In my opinion this is a poorly designed part. When it brakes complete failure of clutch operation is the result. It can brake at any speed, without warning. Clutch failure can lead to serious consequences while riding a motorcycle.

Power Train · at 5,000 miles · reported Aug 11, 2009

Failure of clutch actuator assembly on 2008 model triumph rocket III touring motorcycle. 1. The events leading up to the failure - new bike, 5000kms, loud noise coming from clutch housing. Requested supplier to examine this. They concluded there was nothing wrong. I took it home and dismantled the clutch myself to find that the case hardening on the clutch actuator rod had failed and the needle roller bearings had dug into the shaft causing this noise. The shaft was very close to failing and the needle rollers were damaged. I set photographs of the damage to the bike supplier (Bikebiz) and…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring: 08V-686 (structure), 08V-145 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Triumph Rocket III Touring?

Owners report power train problems most often (3 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 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.