2017 Triumph Thruxton

Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues

Service brakes is the leading concern among 5 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 2nd highest complaint count among 4 Thruxton model years with reports.

Complaints by model year
  1. 5
Primary concernService brakes3 reports · 60% of complaints
Owner complaints5Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationship3 safety recallsNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Service brakes3
  2. Engine1
  3. Fuel/propulsion system1
  4. Vehicle speed control1

Recalls and investigations

  1. Structure, motorcycle, kickstand/center standJan 15, 2020

    Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton, 2016-2019 Thruxton R and 2020 Thruxton TFC motorcycles. The side stand spring may fracture, possibly allowing the side stand switch to activate and shut off the engine.

    An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

    Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand spring, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 570.

    Campaign 20V015000 on NHTSA.gov

  2. Electrical system, softwareJan 31, 2018

    Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles. The engine may stall if the throttle is open or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.

    An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

    Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is 33.

    Campaign 18V084000 on NHTSA.gov

  3. Service brakes, hydraulicJun 13, 2016

    Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain accessory Adjustable Brake Levers, sold as part of an aftermarket lever replacement kit, part number A2021334. These brake levers are intended for installation on 2016 and 2017 Thruxton 1200, Street Twin, Bonneville T120, and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. Under certain conditions, the brake levers may contact the handlebar before maximum braking force is applied.

    Without the ability to apply maximum front braking, the distance needed to stop the motorcycle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected brake levers, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.

    Campaign 16E057000 on NHTSA.gov

Representative owner complaints: vehicle speed control

1 report, newest first. Show all

  1. Vehicle speed control, Oct 3, 2022

    This vehicle has a dangerous flaw while downshifting and holding in the clutch lever. The engine will stall ! It is dangerous because I am relying on the engine braking to help slow down the motorcycle in a turn. Because the engine stalls the speed of the motorcycle increases. It is a worldwide problem BUT I do not see a recall listed in the NHTSA's website. Please have this matter resolved before someone is hurt.