NHTSA Recall 17V700000: Electrical system: wiring
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 541 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Triumph Speed Triple R.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V700000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB552 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING |
| Report received | November 6, 2017 |
| Owner notification | December 14, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Speed Triple R and Speed Triple S motorcycles. A wire for the charging system may rub against a bracket for the ABS modulator, potentially resulting in an electrical short.
Safety risk
An electrical short could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wire, rerouting it to avoid contact with the bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB552.
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 17V700000
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.