2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
The 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675, potentially affecting up to 10,366 vehicles.
Recall 12V445000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
| 10,366 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Street Triple, Street Triple R, and Daytona 675 motorcycles. The regulator/rectifier can overheat and prevent the motorcycle from charging. Once the battery is fully discharged, the motorcycle may stall.
Consequence: If the motorcycle stalls, there is an increased risk of a crash leading to personal injury.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before October 12, 2012. Owners may contact Triumph customer service department at 1-678-854-2010.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPAIRED THE VEHICLE PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V445000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE REPAIR COST $956. THE VEHICLE DID NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION WHEN THE RECALL WAS FIRST DISCOVERED BY THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT WAS NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND DID NOT RECEIVE THE RECALL LETTER. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO REIMBURSE THE CONTACT FOR THE REPAIR COST. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO HIS STATE'S ATTORNEY GENERAL. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16,179.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPAIRED THE VEHICLE PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V445000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE REPAIR COST $956. THE VEHICLE DID NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION WHEN THE RECALL WAS FIRST DISCOVERED BY THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT WAS NOT THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND DID NOT RECEIVE THE RECALL LETTER. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO REIMBURSE THE CONTACT FOR THE REPAIR COST. THE CONTACT WAS REFERRED TO HIS STATE'S ATTORNEY GENERAL. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16,179.
2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHTSA RECALL 12V-445. *LD *TR
Safety Rating for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TB-105 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLE: APPENDICES A AND B FOR DAYTONA 675 FROM VIN 377510. TORQUE FIGURES, OIL PUMP INSPECTION; AND SERVICE MANUAL SUPPLEMENT. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE
NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675
- 2006 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — 2 complaints
- 2007 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — 4 complaints
- 2008 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 (current)
- 2009 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — 1 complaint
- 2011 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — 0 complaints
- 2012 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — 0 complaints
- 2013 TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 — 5 complaints
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