2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
2
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
The 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC, potentially affecting up to 4,798 vehicles.
Recall 23V730000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
| 3,557 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020 Rocket 3 TFC, 2020-2024 Rocket 3 R, Rocket 3 GT, 2022 Rocket 3 GT Triple Black, and Rocket 3 R Black motorcycles. The rear brake master cylinder may fail to move fluid through the system properly, requiring an extended distance to stop.
Consequence: Extended stopping distance increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Triumph's customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 611.
View full details →Recall 20V740000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 1,241 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rocket 3 GT, Rocket 3 R, and 2020 Rocket 3 TFC motorcycles. Air could have entered the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator while the rear brake system was filled during production.
Consequence: Over time, the air in the ABS modulator can deteriorate rear braking efficiency, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake system, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 587.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
rear brakes failed dealer bled brakes approximately 6 times, replaced master cylinder on rear. this spring no rear breaks. seems like air leak.
Safety Rating for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMTSB607 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin 607 instructs dealers to install a replacement battery fuse and attach a new fuse box label.
SMT-COM03-09APRI — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer notice advising of the 2 instrument calibration options for Rocket 3 models.
SMT-COM02-14JANU — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 212.
SMT-COM02-16OCTO — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of new service tools for the listed models.
SMT-COM06-27APRI — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Service Bulletin 572.
SMT-COM08-19MAR2 — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice advising of an additional care point for all Rocket 3 model PDIs and first (600 mile/1,000 km) service inspections.
SMT-COM04-16DEC2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Dealer notice announcing the availability to order the new My Triumph Connectivity System for certain TFT equipped models.
SMT-COM02-13DEC2 — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 203.
SMT-TB202-10DEC2 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Technical Bulletin 202 provides instructions that apply to Electronic Systems Commissioning and Motorcycle Unlocking.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC
- 2020 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 TFC (current)
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