2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
2 recalls, 3 complaints - 80 TSBs
20V015000 Jan 15, 2020
STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
18V084000 Jan 31, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 12, 2022
Incident date: Nov 12, 2022
Engine won’t start. Gearshift indicator shows a dash line, no fuel level shown, and engine modes are flashing on the dashboard. Once this occurs, the engine will not start. Turning the handlebars or tugging slightly on the wire harness may occasionally cause a connection to occur, and the fuel p... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 12, 2022
Incident date: Nov 12, 2022
Engine won’t start. Gearshift indicator shows a dash line, no fuel level shown, and engine modes are flashing on the dashboard. Once this occurs, the engine will not start. Turning the handlebars or tugging slightly on the wire harness may occasionally cause a connection to occur, and the fuel p... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 2, 2020
Incident date: Nov 2, 2020
THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER MUST BE PUMPED FOR FULL EFFECTIVENESS PRIOR TO STOPPING. THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE, AND OCCURS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
80 manufacturer communications from 49 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 16 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 16 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 3 |
| 280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 2 |
SMT-COM-01
Apr 3, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-03 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM-02
Mar 18, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-04 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
Parts
Feb 15, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMTCOM01
Jan 17, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2024-01 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03
Dec 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-08 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01
Dec 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-06 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-TB230
Jun 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 230 provides instructions that applies to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Introduction of New Instrument Hardware, Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2023-02 Update - Calibrations Removed From Service and
SMT-COM03
Jun 4, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03
May 22, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice advising of a bug notification affecting calibration download function on certain systems.
SMT23891
Mar 20, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-01.3 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01
Mar 5, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-02.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02
Mar 4, 2023
280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2023-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
Technical Bullet
Nov 19, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-11.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM05
Jul 22, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-08.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM04
Jul 20, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-08 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01
Jul 13, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer notice reminding of the new California Prop 65 regulation.
SMT-COM01
Jul 13, 2022
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Dealer notice reminding of the new California Prop 65 regulation.
SMTCOM04
Jun 21, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-07 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01-13APRI
Apr 13, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-03.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
22714
Apr 11, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-11 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMTCOM01
Mar 24, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMTCOM01
Mar 24, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-02 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
22651
Jan 11, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2022-10 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
20733 SVC
Feb 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Triumph has released diagnostic software version 2022-01
SMT-COM04-16DECE
Dec 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-12 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM04-16DECE
Dec 16, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-12 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM01-06OCTO
Jun 10, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-10 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-TB206-06MAR2
Jun 3, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin 206 provides instructions that applies to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum Equipment Requirement.
SMT-TB206-06MAR2
Jun 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 206 provides instructions that applies to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum Equipment Requirement.
SMT-COM02-14APRI
Apr 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-05 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM09-25MAR2
Mar 25, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-4.3 available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM09-25MAR2
Mar 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-4.3 available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM06-17MAR2
Mar 17, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-4.2 available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM06-17MAR2
Mar 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-4.2 available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM06-17MAR2
Mar 17, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-4.2 available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03-19FEB2
Feb 19, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2020-3 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-18FEB2
Feb 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the auto-issue of three new service tools.
SMT-TB201-20DEC2
Dec 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Steering Lock and Keys, Neutral Position Adaption, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7?, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum eEqui
SMT-TB201-20DEC2
Dec 20, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Steering Lock and Keys, Neutral Position Adaption, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7?, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum eEqui
SMT-TB201-20DEC2
Dec 20, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Steering Lock and Keys, Neutral Position Adaption, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7?, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum eEqui
SMT-TB201-20DEC2
Dec 20, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Steering Lock and Keys, Neutral Position Adaption, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7?, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum eEqui
SMT-TB201-20DEC2
Dec 20, 2019
010000 STEERING
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Steering Lock and Keys, Neutral Position Adaption, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - End of Support for Microsoft Windows 7?, Triumph Diagnostic Tool - Internet Connection and Minimum eEqui
SMT-COM07-20DEC2
Dec 20, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 201.
SMT-COM03-16DEC2
Dec 16, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2019-8 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM04-12MAR2
Dec 3, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Notice to remind dealers on the availability of Technical Bulletin 194.
SMT-COM02-18OCT2
Oct 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2019-5.1 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM03-18OCT2
Oct 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 197 & 198.
SMT-TB197-18OCT2
Oct 18, 2019
010000 STEERING
Technical Bulletin 197 provides instructions that apply to Alternator Cover Installation - Addition of Sealant, Steering Head Bearings - Adjustment, Gear Change Selector Mechanism Kit and Fork Seal Cleaner.
SMT-TB197-18OCT2
Oct 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 197 provides instructions that apply to Alternator Cover Installation - Addition of Sealant, Steering Head Bearings - Adjustment, Gear Change Selector Mechanism Kit and Fork Seal Cleaner.
SMT-COM01-15OCT2
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2019-5 and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-COM02-24JUN2
Jun 24, 2019
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Dealer notice concluding the comprehensive test conducted to explore the warranty claims for headlamps with surface damage and corrective actions to prevent the issue.
SMT-COM02-24JUN2
Jun 24, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dealer notice concluding the comprehensive test conducted to explore the warranty claims for headlamps with surface damage and corrective actions to prevent the issue.
SMTCOM0329APR201
Apr 29, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Reminder notice to dealers to ensure procedure mentioned in Technical News 194 (item 194.12) is being followed correctly.
SMTCOM0329APR201
Apr 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Reminder notice to dealers to ensure procedure mentioned in Technical News 194 (item 194.12) is being followed correctly.
SMTCom0229
Jan 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 194.
SMTTB19429
Jan 29, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin 194 provides instructions that apply to Front Master Cylinder Reservoir Cap Screws, Windscreen Support Fixings, Keyless Ignition, Clutch Cover Removal and Installation, Rider's Seat (single seat), Side Stand Spring Peg, C
SMTCom0518
Dec 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the revised instrument download procedure on certain models.
SMTCom0111
Dec 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 193.
SMTTB19311
Dec 11, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin 193 provides instructions that applies to California Proposition 65 Hang Tag Reminder (Californian Market Only), Front Subframe Cable Clips, Alternator Cover Sealant, Chassis ECM DTCs Flagged Incorrectly, Pin Point Test -
SMTTB19311
Dec 11, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Technical Bulletin 193 provides instructions that applies to California Proposition 65 Hang Tag Reminder (Californian Market Only), Front Subframe Cable Clips, Alternator Cover Sealant, Chassis ECM DTCs Flagged Incorrectly, Pin Point Test -
SMTTB19311
Dec 11, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 193 provides instructions that applies to California Proposition 65 Hang Tag Reminder (Californian Market Only), Front Subframe Cable Clips, Alternator Cover Sealant, Chassis ECM DTCs Flagged Incorrectly, Pin Point Test -
SMTTB19311
Dec 11, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Technical Bulletin 193 provides instructions that applies to California Proposition 65 Hang Tag Reminder (Californian Market Only), Front Subframe Cable Clips, Alternator Cover Sealant, Chassis ECM DTCs Flagged Incorrectly, Pin Point Test -
SMTCom0110April2
Apr 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 189.
SMT-Com01-10Apri
Apr 10, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 189.
SMT-Com03-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 188.
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMT-TB188-27Marc
Mar 27, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Technical Bulletin 188 provides instructions that apply to Triumph Diagnostic Tool Compatibility with Windows Operating Systems, Fog Lights Warning, TFT Instruments - Calibration Update, Exhaust Header Nuts Tightening Sequence, Hugger Fixin
SMTTB18419Februa
Feb 19, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical Bulletin 184 provides instructions that apply to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Final Drive Belt, Front Fork Reflector, Clutch Cable Guide, Big End Bearing Selection Chart, Detent Wheel and Detent Leve
SMTCom0319Februa
Feb 19, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 184.
SMTTB18419Februa
Feb 19, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Technical Bulletin 184 provides instructions that apply to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Final Drive Belt, Front Fork Reflector, Clutch Cable Guide, Big End Bearing Selection Chart, Detent Wheel and Detent Leve
SMTTB18419Februa
Feb 19, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Technical Bulletin 184 provides instructions that apply to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking, Final Drive Belt, Front Fork Reflector, Clutch Cable Guide, Big End Bearing Selection Chart, Detent Wheel and Detent Leve
SMTCom0102Aug201
Feb 8, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing that Diagnostic software 2018-7 is now available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-Com01-23Janu
Jan 23, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer notice announcing that Diagnostic Software 2018-1 is now available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-Com01-23Janu
Jan 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer notice announcing that Diagnostic Software 2018-1 is now available and dealers should begin using it immediately.
SMT-TN-166
Mar 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Crackshaft position sensor/ignition pickup, front brake hose p-clip, headlight fixings, reed valve cover torque fixing, engine bar plugs, lower yoke wire guide, front fork oil level and volume, motorcycle assembly guide update-backrest bar,
TRIUMPH THRUXTON - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TRIUMPH THRUXTON across all model years (2004, 2018).
12
Total Recalls
33
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths