2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
3
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
The 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN, potentially affecting up to 18,712 vehicles.
Recall 19V133000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 12,654 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black, 2017-2019 Bonneville T100 and T100 Black, 2017-2018 Street Cup and Street Scrambler, and 2016-2018 Street Twin motorcycles. The clutch cable may contact the main harness cover and cause damage to wiring within the main harness. This may lead to a loss of electrical power to...
Consequence: Loss of electrical power may cause the headlight or indicator lighting to malfunction or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original securing guide for the clutch cable and main harness with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2019. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010....
View full details →Recall 16E057000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 119 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: Without the ability to apply maximum front braking, the distance needed to stop the motorcycle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 16V163000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 5,939 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD. (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2016 Street Twin motorcycles manufactured September 7, 2015, to November 21, 2015. The wiring in the fuel tank that powers the fuel pump may have damaged insulation and, as a result, fuel may enter the wiring and travel down the harness, outside of the tank and drip from the connector...
Consequence: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source such as an electrical short, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump harness and replace it as needed, based on its batch number, free of charge. The recall began April 2016. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THERE IS A SMALL MAGNET EMBEDDED IN THE KICKSTAND OF THIS MOTORCYCLE AS PART OF THE BIKE'S START INTERLOCK SYSTEM. THE ENGINE WON'T RUN IN GEAR UNLESS THE KICKSTAND IS RETRACTED AND THE MAGNET IS IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO A SENSOR. THE MAGNET FELL OFF, THUS DISABLING THE MOTORCYCLE. THIS OCCURRED WHILE AT A STANDSTILL WHEN I TRIED TO START THE MOTORCYCLE IN MY DRIVEWAY.
Safety Rating for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMT-TB200-20DEC2 — POWER TRAIN
Technical Bulletin 200 provides instructions that apply to Camshaft Cover Tightening Sequence, Replacement Keyless ECM Setup Process, Pin Point Test - ABS Modulator Communication, Cylinder Head Oil Jet, Owners Handbook Correction - Instrument Functionality, Keyless Ignition, Torque Change, Windscreen Fixings, Front Wheel Speed Sensor Routing.
SMT-TB188-27Marc — ENGINE
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 Fixing, Pinpoint Test - Brake Switches, Alternator Cover Parts Kit, Starter Motor Parts Kit.
SMT-TN173-31Janu — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Technical News 173 addresses new instrument calibrations designed to be used in conjunction with Triumph accessory alarm kits
EXH NOTICE — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
HIGH LEVEL OFF-ROAD EXHAUST NEEDS PASSENGER PEGS REMOVED
SB530 DEALER NOT — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
DEALER NOTICE FOR SB530
SB530 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
BRAKE HOSE RETAINING CLIP SCRATCHING PAINT
SB529 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTENNA
Internal investigations have identified a need to reroute and secure the immobiliser antenna cable in the headstock area to prevent potential cable damage.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
- 2015 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2016 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN (current)
- 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 3 complaints
- 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2019 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2020 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2021 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
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