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NHTSA Recall 17V035000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,390 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Triumph Bonneville T100 Black.

1,390
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2017
owners notified (February 17)
NHTSA campaign17V035000
Manufacturer campaignSB 546
ComponentSTEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Report receivedJanuary 16, 2017
Owner notificationFebruary 17, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. During use, the heated hand grips may expand and cause the throttle to stick open.

Safety risk

If the throttle sticks open, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will install a spacer to prevent the throttle from sticking, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB 546.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 17V035000

Make and modelModel years
Triumph Bonneville T100 Black2017
Triumph Bonneville T100 Black A32016

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.