2005 Triumph Rocket III recalls and problems

The 2005 Triumph Rocket III has 2 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Triumph dealer.

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Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Triumph Rocket III vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Triumph Rocket III recalls

Recall 07V-455: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Sep 26, 2007 · 4,696 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD

Problem: On certain motorcycles, when the engine is returning to idle it may stall.

Risk: If the motorcycle stalls, the rider will have to restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and download new engine management software free of charge. The recall began on october 17, 2007. Owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.

Recall 05V-004: Power Train

Reported Jan 7, 2005 · 1,994 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES (AMERICA) LTD

Problem: On certain motorcycles, damage to the oil seal occurred during final assembly. Once damaged some of the oil in the drive unit could escape past the seal.

Risk: If undetected the final drive unit could run low of oil and seize causing the rear wheel to lockup, which could result in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the final drive unit. The recall began on january 25, 2005. Owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.

2005 Triumph Rocket III problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	6
Power Train	5
Engine and Engine Cooling	5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	2
Structure	1
Tires	1
Fuel System, Gasoline	1
Engine	1

Most reported parts

Power Train › Manual Transmission — 4
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2
Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1
Electrical System › Software — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
Power Train › Driveline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,300 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 2005 Triumph Rocket III complaints

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

Electrical System · at 30,000 miles · reported May 4, 2016

The rocket III has a known history of ignition failure and total electrical failure. The bike will simply turn off, often in the process of steering. The triumph rat forums are full of stories highlighting this problem, and my bike alone has had the ignition switch replaced multiple times, but triumph refuses to address the problem.

Engine · at 15,700 miles · reported Jun 30, 2014

Under acceleration, engine has a rattle like a spray paint can. I've done some research, and this is a common problem leading to engine failure, due to a timing chain/sprocket issue. I would like triumph to issue a recall to fix this, before it fails.

Electrical System · at 8,500 miles · reported Oct 12, 2013

At app. 8,500 miles going down the interstate motor just shut off. In the past year several times the instrument panel was not working. Switched bike off then back on started working. Took it to the local triumph dealer today. Owner said it was the ignition switch was failing. Told me $400.00 plus for part. Didn't even ask what cost to put it on was. He showed me on the computer where triumph has a modification of the new switch. Tells me there is plenty of them going out. My understanding was there is to much power going to the switch and he will install a bypass relay to eliminate the…

Electrical System · at 30,050 miles · reported Jul 24, 2011

I was riding my motorcycle to work. The ignition failed, causing the engine to quit momentarily. This problem happened on the way home, then again in the parking lot on the way into work the next morning. That evening, the engine wouldn't start at all. It turned out to be a loose solder joint in the ignition module. Numerous owners of this model motorcycle have had similar problems and have discovered that it is due to excessive current flowing through the ignition switch. The dual headlights are powered through the ignition switch, and when a headlight ignition switch bypass relay is…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 29,000 miles · reported Jul 19, 2011

The contact owns a 2005 triumph rocket III motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the engine would rev very high and cause problems while shifting. The vehicle was repaired in 2007 under NHTSA campaign id number 07v455000 (Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system); however, four years later, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but was not repaired a second time. The failure mileage was 29,000 and the current mileage was 30,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Triumph Rocket III have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Triumph Rocket III: 07V-455 (fuel system, gasoline), 05V-004 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Triumph Rocket III?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (6 reports), followed by power train (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,300 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.