NHTSA Recall 08V624000: Caliper (service brakes)
TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 87 vehicles. It affects 2008–2009 Triumph Thruxton.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V624000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER |
| Report received | November 26, 2008 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Triumph is recalling 87 my 2008-2009 thruxton motorcycles. The installed front brake caliper bracket bolts may be too short, reducing thread engagement of the bolts into the brake caliper bracket.
Safety risk
The brake caliper may become loose or separated resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, loss control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Triumph will replace these bolts. The recall began on december 12, 2008. Owners may contact triumph at 1-678-539-8782.
Notes
Customers may 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 08V624000
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.