Triumph Tiger 1050 2008
Model Tiger 1050 made in 2008 by Triumph got 2 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 13 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to equipment, exterior lighting. Technical service bulletines regarding communications, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning equipment .
Model 2008
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - MECHANICAL - CARRIER/RACK | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V562000 | TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD | from 11/01/2004 to 11/30/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 3698 | 02/08/2008 | MFR | TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD | 12/12/2007 | 12/12/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles equipped with an optional accessory luggage rack, undersized washers were used which prevents the sliding carriage from moving as intended. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Reduced stability can occur if the motorcycle is ridden with the fitted accessory, exceeded maximum weight, and at speeds far in excess of the 80 mph limit warning, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the accessory racks for lateral movement. those racks not displaying any movement will be repaired. the recall began on february 8, 2008. owners may contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Triumph recall no. 387.customers may also 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. | |||||||||||||||
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 - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||||
| TSB-108 | 04/01/2009 | 10029888 | Triumph motorcycles: models daytona 675, rocket iii, rocket ii classic, rocket iii touring, speed triple 1050, sprint 1050, sprint 1050 abs, tiger 1050, tiger 1050 abs, street triple, street triple r and daytona 955 from 2002. | 07/16/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| TSB-108 | 04/01/2009 | 10029888 | Triumph motorcycles: models daytona 675, rocket iii, rocket ii classic, rocket iii touring, speed triple 1050, sprint 1050, sprint 1050 abs, tiger 1050, tiger 1050 abs, street triple, street triple r and daytona 955 from 2002. | 07/16/2009 | |
| 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 | |
| TSB-108 | 04/01/2009 | 10029888 | Triumph motorcycles: models daytona 675, rocket iii, rocket ii classic, rocket iii touring, speed triple 1050, sprint 1050, sprint 1050 abs, tiger 1050, tiger 1050 abs, street triple, street triple r and daytona 955 from 2002. | 07/16/2009 | |
| 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 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| TSB-108 | 04/01/2009 | 10029888 | Triumph motorcycles: models daytona 675, rocket iii, rocket ii classic, rocket iii touring, speed triple 1050, sprint 1050, sprint 1050 abs, tiger 1050, tiger 1050 abs, street triple, street triple r and daytona 955 from 2002. | 07/16/2009 | |
| 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 | |
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||||
| TN-107 | 03/12/2009 | 10032485 | Triumph motorcycle: rear suspension linkage. in order to better guarantee the continued smooth action of the rear suspension at higher odometer readings, we are now incorporating a requirement to remove drop and drag links in order inspec | 04/05/2010 | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | |||
| 09/08/2008 | 3410 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2008 triumph tiger 1050. while driving approximately 75 mph, the contact drove over a small bump in the road. afterwards, the two hard traveling triumph bags that were properly locked and secured to the vehicle opened and released all of the contact's belongings onto the highway. the failure was hazardous to the other drivers. he called the manufacturer and is currently waiting for a return call. the luggage has not been repaired. the current mileage was 3,800 and failure mileage was 3,410. | |||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 03/08/2009 | 1 | 1 | |
| Defective, improper design of low beam headlamp.. dangerous to operate at night..visibility is not as should be..this is on all the 1050 triumph tigers..07-09 models..manufacture has been notified with no results.. i would assume this headlamp is not even up to legal standards for highway use or for sale in the usa.. *tr | |||