2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
4
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
The 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. 4 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 (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN, potentially affecting up to 12,773 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 →Owner Complaints for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact’s son owns a 2017 Triumph Street Twin. The contact stated that whenever the motorcycle was started, the RPM increased and the engine revved while in a standalone position. The contact stated that once the motorcycle was placed in a straight position and the handlebars were straight, the RPM decreased. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V133000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, approximately two weeks ago, the motorcycle failed to accelerate as intended with the throttle engaged. The motorcycle was taken to a Motorsports dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that there was water inside the fuel pump. The contact stated that the motorcycle was kept indoors. The motorcycle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
The contact’s son owns a 2017 Triumph Street Twin. The contact stated that whenever the motorcycle was started, the RPM increased and the engine revved while in a standalone position. The contact stated that once the motorcycle was placed in a straight position and the handlebars were straight, the RPM decreased. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V133000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the VIN was not included. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, approximately two weeks ago, the motorcycle failed to accelerate as intended with the throttle engaged. The motorcycle was taken to a Motorsports dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that there was water inside the fuel pump. The contact stated that the motorcycle was kept indoors. The motorcycle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
OVER TIME, THE TURN SIGNALS STOP WORKING BECAUSE OF HOW TIGHTLY THE WIRING HARNESS IS TO THE HEADSTOCK. BECAUSE OF THE OVEREXTENSION OF THE WIRES, THE CONNECTION FOR THE TURN SIGNALS BEGINS TO BREAK THUS CAUSING DAMAGE.
Safety Rating for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMTCOM0122OCT201 — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Service Bulletin 556.
SMT-TN173-31Janu — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Technical News 173 addresses new instrument calibrations designed to be used in conjunction with Triumph accessory alarm kits
SMT-COM03-6 JUNE — SEATS
DEALER NOTICE ANNOUNCING SERVICE BULLETIN 535
SMT-SB 535 6 JUN — SEATS
SERVICE BULLETIN 535 DESCRIBES PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE RUBBER BUMP STOPS ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE REAR SEAT COWL.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 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 — 1 complaint
- 2017 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN (current)
- 2018 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2019 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2020 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2021 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
- 2022 TRIUMPH STREET TWIN — 0 complaints
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- TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE — 34 total complaints
- TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 33 total complaints
- TRIUMPH SPRINT ST — 28 total complaints
- TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD — 22 total complaints
- TRIUMPH TIGER 1050 CCM ABS — 22 total complaints
- TRIUMPH TRIUMPH — 21 total complaints
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