Triumph Speedmaster 2003
Model Speedmaster made in 2003 by Triumph got 2 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to vehicle speed control. . Technical service bulletines regarding communications, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 2003
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V262000 | TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES (AMERICA) LTD | from 09/24/2002 to 03/12/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 2792 | 11/20/2004 | MFR | TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD | 06/02/2004 | 06/02/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On some motorcycles, under certain assembly conditions, the electrical power supply cable to the starter motor may come into direct contact with the oil cooler return pipe. this could cause the insulation on the starter cable to degrade. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Should the starter motor cable insulation become worn, a 12-volt electrical short would occur, increasing the risk of a fire or not allowing the motorcycle to start. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will examine the cable for signs of contact with the oil cooler pipe. the cable will be re-positioned. the recall began november 20, 2004. owners should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V525000 | TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES (AMERICA) LTD | from 06/01/2001 to 12/10/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 5148 | 12/31/2003 | MFR | TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD | 12/11/2003 | 12/18/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, if the motorcycle is dropped onto the left side, air may enter the rear brake master cylinder reservoir. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If left unattended, the rear brake may not operate, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will reposition the rear brake master cylinder reservoir. owner notification began on december 31, 2003. owners should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Triumph recall no. 329/330.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMMUNICATIONS - HORN ASSEMBLY | |||||
| TB-104 | 11/01/2008 | 10030792 | Triumph motorcycle: headers discolouration, camshaft cover, horn, brake caliper sliding pin greasing, camshaft cap ladder bolts tightening sequence, oil pressure relief valve, new coolant, warning labels, engine control module (ecm) bracke | 12/02/2009 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 325 | 08/01/2003 | 10011488 | The electrical power supply cable to the starter motor can come into contact with the oil cooler return pipe. *eh | 01/25/2005 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| TB-104 | 11/01/2008 | 10030792 | Triumph motorcycle: headers discolouration, camshaft cover, horn, brake caliper sliding pin greasing, camshaft cap ladder bolts tightening sequence, oil pressure relief valve, new coolant, warning labels, engine control module (ecm) bracke | 12/02/2009 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS | |||||
| TB-104 | 11/01/2008 | 10030792 | Triumph motorcycle: headers discolouration, camshaft cover, horn, brake caliper sliding pin greasing, camshaft cap ladder bolts tightening sequence, oil pressure relief valve, new coolant, warning labels, engine control module (ecm) bracke | 12/02/2009 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| TN-111 | 10/19/2009 | 10032487 | Triumph motorcycles: workshop technicians and relevant staff are aware of contents for repair. this edition-cylinder head; carb adapter and efi adapter; headstock bearings; license plate bracket; front brake disc; headlight rim; starter s | 04/05/2010 | |
| TB-104 | 11/01/2008 | 10030792 | Triumph motorcycle: headers discolouration, camshaft cover, horn, brake caliper sliding pin greasing, camshaft cap ladder bolts tightening sequence, oil pressure relief valve, new coolant, warning labels, engine control module (ecm) bracke | 12/02/2009 | |
| 85 | 03/01/2006 | 10019987 | Technical news concerning triumph motorcycles. *ak | 05/18/2006 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES | |||||
| TB-104 | 11/01/2008 | 10030792 | Triumph motorcycle: headers discolouration, camshaft cover, horn, brake caliper sliding pin greasing, camshaft cap ladder bolts tightening sequence, oil pressure relief valve, new coolant, warning labels, engine control module (ecm) bracke | 12/02/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||||
| TB-104 | 11/01/2008 | 10030792 | Triumph motorcycle: headers discolouration, camshaft cover, horn, brake caliper sliding pin greasing, camshaft cap ladder bolts tightening sequence, oil pressure relief valve, new coolant, warning labels, engine control module (ecm) bracke | 12/02/2009 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| TN-111 | 10/19/2009 | 10032487 | Triumph motorcycles: workshop technicians and relevant staff are aware of contents for repair. this edition-cylinder head; carb adapter and efi adapter; headstock bearings; license plate bracket; front brake disc; headlight rim; starter s | 04/05/2010 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 10/17/2003 | 300 | 1 | 09/10/2003 |
| Amended:correction. i wrecked my 2003 triumph speedmaster in october 2003. the drag bars on the front puts a rider forward over the gas tank. the front shocks are too weak for the massive dual front brakes and the front springs give too much and travel about 8 pushing the driver over the handlebars. i fell and broke 2 ribs and the engine kept running and it tore up the engine. triumph wouldn't fix the engine under warranty because i fell on the bike and i had to pay the 2650.00 engine repair myself. these bikes have a design flaw in that it keeps running when fallen over and,the travel on the front shocks must be at least 8 with the too powerful front dual brakes. the geometry of the bike pushes the larger rider over the handlebars because of the force created by the diving front end with the driver over the gas tank because of the drag bars. it is a poor and defective design.this is a date correction from an original complaint. *ak | |||
| 01/15/2003 | 300 | 1 | 11/16/2003 |
| 2003 triumph speedmaster weak shocks on the front nose dive and travel over 8 inches with the powerful dual front brakes. the drag bars on the front put the rider up over the gas tank. when hitting the powerful brakes it puts the rider in the position of being on a downwards slope and if he weighs over 200 pounds gravity pushes the driver forward over the handllbars as he's traveling downhill based on the geometry of the bike.i went over the handlebars and broke two ribs at a 2mph emergency stop.also, the bike has no kill switch and it keeps running and it damaged the left bearing on the engine.*ak | |||