Triumph Thunderbird recalls and problems
3 recalls and 15 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
3
Complaints
15
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Choose a model year
Triumph Thunderbird by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Thunderbird | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Thunderbird | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Thunderbird | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Thunderbird | 1 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Triumph Thunderbird problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | |
| Engine | 4 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 |
All Triumph Thunderbird recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14V-694 | Nov 3, 2014 | 2014 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Triumph Thunderbird, Thunderbird ABS, Tiger 800,Tiger 800 ABS, Thruxton, and Bonneville motorcycles manufactured February 6, 2014, to… |
| 13V-032 | Jan 29, 2013 | 2012 | Wheels | Triumph Motorcycles (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Daytona 675 and Street Triple motorcycles and 2012 Thunderbird and Thunderbird Storm motorcycles. |
| 11V-277 | May 10, 2011 | 2010 | Equipment | Triumph is recalling certain model year 2010 thunderbird and thunderbird ABS motorcycles manufactured from september 2009 through august 2010. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Triumph Thunderbird?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2010 Triumph Thunderbird has the most reports (7). Check the 2010 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Triumph Thunderbird have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering Triumph Thunderbird model years 2010, 2012, 2014.
What are the most common Triumph Thunderbird problems?
Owners report vehicle speed control, engine, power train problems most often.