2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
8
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
The 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 8 technical service bulletins have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S, potentially affecting up to 3,747 vehicles.
Recall 18V302000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
| 1,249 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2018 Street Triple R, Street Triple R - Low Seat and Street Triple RS motorcycles. Water may get into the left-hand combination switch on the handlebar and cause the turn signal switch and the headlight switch to malfunction.
Consequence: If the turn signal and headlight switches do not function properly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handlebar left-hand combination switch, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
View full details →Recall 18V302000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
| 1,249 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2018 Street Triple R, Street Triple R - Low Seat and Street Triple RS motorcycles. Water may get into the left-hand combination switch on the handlebar and cause the turn signal switch and the headlight switch to malfunction.
Consequence: If the turn signal and headlight switches do not function properly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handlebar left-hand combination switch, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
View full details →Recall 18V302000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 1,249 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2018 Street Triple R, Street Triple R - Low Seat and Street Triple RS motorcycles. Water may get into the left-hand combination switch on the handlebar and cause the turn signal switch and the headlight switch to malfunction.
Consequence: If the turn signal and headlight switches do not function properly, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the handlebar left-hand combination switch, free of charge. The recall began June 22, 2018. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The the front brakes are soft and slow to engage when pulling the brake lever. However, when pulling the lever immediately afterwards, the brakes engage quickly and firmly. After a short period of time without engaging the front brakes, pulling the lever again results in soft and slow engagement. Slow and soft engagement of the front brake is a clear safety issue and may result in an accident. The problem was confirmed by an independent mechanic, Cycles of Silver Spring in Silver Spring, Maryland. The vehicle has been repeatedly inspected, and brake fluids have been replaced three times. The issue is resolved for a short period but then returns.
AT HIGHER RPMS AND GOING OVER SHARP BUMPS THE HEADLIGHT BULBS CONSTANTLY BURN OUT. I'VE BEEN THROUGH 3 IN THE PAST YEAR
Safety Rating for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 8 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMTTB19311 — 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 - Power Source Voltage Drop/Voltage Rise, Inner Tube Valve Nut, Swinging Arm/Chain Rubbing Strip - Parts Kit, Service...
SMTSB55622OCT201 — EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin 556 addresses the dealers to replace the headstock tidy and it's fixings on certain models.
SMT-Com01-06Marc — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 187.
SMTTB18628Februa — EQUIPMENT
Technical Bulletin 186 provides instructions that apply to Motorcycle Assembly Guide.
SMT-Com02-14Sept — ENGINE
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Service Bulletin 551
SMT-Com04-09May2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical News 177
SMT-TN175-22Febr — ENGINE
Technical News 175 provides instructions regarding updates to instrument and engine ECM calibrations.
SMT-TN175-22Febr — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical News 175 provides instructions regarding updates to instrument and engine ECM calibrations.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S
- 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TRIPLE S (current)
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- TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 33 total complaints
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- TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD — 22 total complaints
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- TRIUMPH TRIUMPH — 21 total complaints
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