NHTSA Recall 06V465000: Connection (steering)
TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,913 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Triumph Sprint ST 1050.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V465000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › DRAG › LINK › CONNECTION |
| Report received | December 4, 2006 |
| Owner notification | January 5, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, the rear drag link-through bolt may bend and, if not replaced or overloaded, may fracture causing the rear tire to contact the underside of the rear mudguard.
Safety risk
This could cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a higher grade nut than the original arrangement and a single-through sleeve (the original design included 3 separate sleeves). The recall began on january 5, 2007. Owners may contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V465000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.