Triumph Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Street Triple and Street Triple R motorcycles
— Recall Campaign #13V319000
Triumph Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Street Triple and Street Triple R motorcycles manufactured in July 2012; and model year 2012-2013 Daytona 675 and Daytona 675 R motorcycles manufactured September 2012 through June 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may malfunction and lose anti-lock functionality.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,887 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V319000
| Manufacturer: | Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. |
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| Recall date: | July 22, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V319000 |
| Units affected: | 1,887 |
- Description:
- Triumph Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Street Triple and Street Triple R motorcycles manufactured in July 2012; and model year 2012-2013 Daytona 675 and Daytona 675 R motorcycles manufactured September 2012 through June 2013. Due to a manufacturing error, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may malfunction and lose anti-lock functionality.
- Consequeces:
- The anti-lock function may not perform properly allowing for wheel lock up and skidding, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Triumph will notify owners and dealers will replace the ABS modulator, free of charge. The recall began during August 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-888-283-5288.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.