2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
6
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
The 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (1 complaint), Power Train (1 complaint), and Vehicle Speed Controlthrottle (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD, potentially affecting up to 417 vehicles.
Recall 14V694000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
| 417 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Triumph Thunderbird, Thunderbird ABS, Tiger 800,Tiger 800 ABS, Thruxton, and Bonneville motorcycles manufactured February 6, 2014, to August 7, 2014. The engine control unit may improperly activate the fuel injectors.
Consequence: Improper signalling to, and activation of, the fuel injectors could cause the engine to unexpectedly lose power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will modify the internal ECU hardware, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2014. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB519.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlthrottle | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Motorcycle. The contact stated while riding 60 MPH, the motorcycle lost motive power with the throttle control grip being activated. The contact waited for 20 minutes to restart the motorcycle however, the failure recurred. There was no warning light illuminated. The motorcycle was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The motorcycle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the motorcycle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Motorcycle. The contact stated while riding 60 MPH, the motorcycle lost motive power with the throttle control grip being activated. The contact waited for 20 minutes to restart the motorcycle however, the failure recurred. There was no warning light illuminated. The motorcycle was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The motorcycle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the motorcycle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was unknown.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 35-55 MPH, THE CONTACT'S MOTORCYCLE MADE AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING NOISE. THE NOISE WAS LOUD AND A DISTRACTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MOTORCYCLES (515 W LAMBERT RD, BREA, CA 92821, (714) 256-6700) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE TEST CAME BACK INCOMPLETE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MOTOR WAS NOT AS NOISY AS OTHER MOTORCYCLES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT "THE MOTOR WAS NOT NOISY ENOUGH". THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 9,100. THE VIN WAS INVALID.
Safety Rating for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMT-SB 507 1 Feb — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Service Bulletin 507 describes the procedures for additional PDI checks to retorque exhaust heat shield fixings, replacment brake hard line clips, reroute right hand oxygen sensor harness, check routing of the cooling fan harness.
SMT-SB 507 1 Feb — EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin 507 describes the procedures for additional PDI checks to retorque exhaust heat shield fixings, replacment brake hard line clips, reroute right hand oxygen sensor harness, check routing of the cooling fan harness.
SMT-SB 510 1 Feb — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Service Bulletin 510 describes the procedures for additional PDI checks to retorque exhaust heat shield fixings, reroute right hand oxygen sensor harness, check routing of the cooling fan harness.
SMT-SB 510 1 Feb — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Service Bulletin 510 describes the procedures for additional PDI checks to retorque exhaust heat shield fixings, reroute right hand oxygen sensor harness, check routing of the cooling fan harness.
SMT-SB 510 1 Feb — EQUIPMENT
Service Bulletin 510 describes the procedures for additional PDI checks to retorque exhaust heat shield fixings, reroute right hand oxygen sensor harness, check routing of the cooling fan harness.
SMT-TN 155 1 Feb — EQUIPMENT
Technical service bulletin 155 addressing 9 service instructions, some of which apply to all models. Instructions relate to the upper drive belt guard, catalytic converter mounting bracket, torque figures updates, horn fixing, centre stand fixings, front brake hose clip, clutch cover kits, breather cover fixings and audio systems.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD
- 2010 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD — 10 complaints
- 2012 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD — 1 complaint
- 2013 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD — 7 complaints
- 2014 TRIUMPH THUNDERBIRD (current)
Other TRIUMPH Models
- TRIUMPH ROCKET III — 39 total complaints
- TRIUMPH BONNEVILLE — 34 total complaints
- TRIUMPH THRUXTON — 33 total complaints
- TRIUMPH SPRINT ST — 28 total complaints
- TRIUMPH TIGER 1050 CCM ABS — 22 total complaints
- TRIUMPH TRIUMPH — 21 total complaints
- TRIUMPH TT600 — 21 total complaints
- TRIUMPH SPEED TRIPLE — 19 total complaints