2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
1
Service Bulletin
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Investigations
Overview of the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800
The 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Structurebody (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800, potentially affecting up to 3,799 vehicles.
Recall 13V104000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
| 3,799 vehicles affected
Defect: Triumph Motorcycles (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Daytona 675, Street Triple, Speed Triple, and Tiger 800 motorcycles. Due to a manufacturing error, the turn signal stems on the front and rear of the motorcycle may fracture.
Consequence: If the turn signal stems break, the turn signals may not be visible to other vehicles on the road, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Triumph will notify owners and dealers will replace the turn signal stems, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 MOTORCYCLE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE VIBRATION ON THE PASSENGER SIDE THROTTLE GRIP. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S RIGHT HAND BECAME NUMB AND MADE IT DIFFICULT TO OPERATE THE THROTTLE GRIP AND FRONT BRAKE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1,400.
Safety Rating for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
SMT-SB 509 1 Jan — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Bulletin 509 provides instructions to re-route the clutch cable.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the TRIUMPH TIGER 800
- 2011 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 — 5 complaints
- 2012 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 — 3 complaints
- 2013 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 (current)
- 2014 TRIUMPH TIGER 800 — 0 complaints
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