2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
The 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Fuelpropulsion System (1 complaint), and Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON, potentially affecting up to 8,892 vehicles.
Recall 20V015000 — STRUCTURE:MOTORCYCLE:KICKSTAND/CENTER STAND
| 3,244 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton, 2016-2019 Thruxton R and 2020 Thruxton TFC motorcycles. The side stand spring may fracture, possibly allowing the side stand switch to activate and shut off the engine.
Consequence: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand spring, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 570.
View full details →Recall 18V084000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
| 2,824 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles. The engine may stall if the throttle is open or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is 33.
View full details →Recall 18V084000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
| 2,824 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Thruxton and Thruxton R motorcycles. The engine may stall if the throttle is open or closed quickly while the clutch lever is pulled in.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine management software, free of charge. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is 33.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Engine won’t start. Gearshift indicator shows a dash line, no fuel level shown, and engine modes are flashing on the dashboard. Once this occurs, the engine will not start. Turning the handlebars or tugging slightly on the wire harness may occasionally cause a connection to occur, and the fuel pump will run again with the dash returning to normal. No noticeable chafing is visible on the wiring harness, but there appears to be an intermittent connection in the harness.
Engine won’t start. Gearshift indicator shows a dash line, no fuel level shown, and engine modes are flashing on the dashboard. Once this occurs, the engine will not start. Turning the handlebars or tugging slightly on the wire harness may occasionally cause a connection to occur, and the fuel pump will run again with the dash returning to normal. No noticeable chafing is visible on the wiring harness, but there appears to be an intermittent connection in the harness.
THE FRONT BRAKE LEVER MUST BE PUMPED FOR FULL EFFECTIVENESS PRIOR TO STOPPING. THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE, AND OCCURS EVERY TIME THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED.
Safety Rating for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMT-Com03-27Marc — EQUIPMENT
Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 188.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH THRUXTON
- 2013 TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 1 complaint
- 2014 TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 0 complaints
- 2016 TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 21 complaints
- 2017 TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 6 complaints
- 2018 TRIUMPH THRUXTON (current)
- 2019 TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 1 complaint
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