2005 Triumph Rocket III Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2005 Triumph Rocket III, and owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2005 Triumph Rocket III
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Fuel injection system (fuel system)
On certain motorcycles, when the engine is returning to idle it may stall.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and download new engine management software free of charge. The recall began on october 17, 2007. Owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
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Driveshaft (power train)
On certain motorcycles, damage to the oil seal occurred during final assembly. Once damaged some of the oil in the drive unit could escape past the seal.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the final drive unit. The recall began on january 25, 2005. Owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2005 Triumph Rocket III have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. Reports cite 2 injuries and 0 deaths. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 12,518 miles. Complaints peaked in 2007 with 6 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“The rocket iii has a known history of ignition failure and total electrical failure. The bike will simply turn off, often in the process of steering. The triumph rat forums are full of stories highlig”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, May 4, 2016 · Electrical system
“Under acceleration, engine has a rattle like a spray paint can. I've done some research, and this is a common problem leading to engine failure, due to a timing chain/sprocket issue. I would like triu”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, June 30, 2014 · Engine
Compare Triumph Rocket III model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Triumph Rocket III model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Triumph Rocket III | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 Triumph Rocket III | 2 | 20 |
| 2006 Triumph Rocket III | 2 | 9 |
| 2007 Triumph Rocket III | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 Triumph Rocket III | 1 | 5 |
Checking a specific 2005 Triumph Rocket III
How do I know if my 2005 Triumph Rocket III has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2005 Triumph Rocket III; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Triumph dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 05V004000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
Other Triumph models
- Thruxton31 complaints
- Bonneville29 complaints
- Sprint ST22 complaints
- Speed Triple18 complaints
- Triumph18 complaints
- Tiger 1050 Ccm Abs17 complaints
- Thunderbird15 complaints
- Rocket 3 GT13 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.