NHTSA Recall 08V457000: Suspension
TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 372 vehicles. It affects 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V457000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | September 10, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Triumph is recalling 372 my 2008 sprint st motorcycles. There is a possibility that the single bolt that is used in the 3 positions on the rear suspension drag link assembly can become brittle and fracture. The bolts involved are the (1) drag link to drop link bolt, (2) drag link to frame bolt, and (3) drop link to rear suspension unit bolt.
Safety risk
The head of the bolt may detach causing the drag link assembly to come apart resulting in loss of rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and discard the 3 bolts and replace them with new bolts. The recall began on september 24, 2008. Owners may contact triumph at 1-678-539-8782.
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 08V457000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Triumph Sprint ST 1050 | 2008 |
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.