2011 Triumph Tiger 800 recalls and problems

The 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 has 3 safety recalls and 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Triumph dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
4
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2011 Triumph Tiger 800 recalls

Recall 11V-434: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Aug 22, 2011 · 1,485 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD

Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011, for a problem with the engine management software.

Risk: The rider may notice lower rpms and when decelerating the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will download new engine management software into the motorcycles electronic control unit (Ecu), free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.

Recall 11V-436: Structure

Reported Aug 22, 2011 · 668 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD

Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011. The optional accessory center stand assembly contains a defective return spring that may break.

Risk: If the return spring breaks, the center stand may unexpectedly drop and drag along the road surface, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the return spring and repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 26, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-854-2010.

Recall 11V-393: Equipment

Reported Aug 2, 2011 · 134 vehicles affected · TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD

Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 sprint gt, tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from june 2010 through june 2011. The top box locking handle is missing a clip on the locking mechanism and thus it is possible that the top box may detach from the machine.

Risk: If the top box falls from the motorcycle, it could strike another vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new fitment clip part to the top box locking handle spindle to align the rack and pinion mechanism to prevent disengagement. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.

2011 Triumph Tiger 800 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2
Engine and Engine Cooling2
Exterior Lighting1

Most reported parts

  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 600 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 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 complaints

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

Exterior Lighting · at 20,000 miles · reported Apr 12, 2021
Rear turn signal indicator stem broke off without contact and now hangs by the wire. This specific issue was recalled in 2012 models of this bike, and is impacting 2011 as well. The vehicle was stationary, in storage in fact.
Electrical System · at 5 miles · reported Jun 20, 2011
The contact owns a 2011 triumph tiger 800 motorcycle. The contact was sitting at a stop light when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technician was able to duplicate the failure and installed a computer program to prevent the vehicle from further stalling. The approximate failure mileage was 5.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800: 11V-434 (engine and engine cooling), 11V-436 (structure), 11V-393 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 600 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.