2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 11, 2026 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Bonneville T120 years
Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
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Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120. That is the most of any Bonneville T120 model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 100 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~100 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%100——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 recalls (3)

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Electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles; electrical system:alternator/generator/regulatorFeb 11, 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V078000 · 8,849 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, Bonneville T120, Bonneville T120 Black, 2024 Bonneville T120 DGR, 2022 Street Twin, Street Scrambler, Street Twin Goldline, Street Scrambler Sandstor, 2023-2024 Speed Twin 900, and Scrambler 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Risk: Overheated wiring increases the risk of a crash or fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the current 2-piece connector body with a single in-line crimped connector solution for each of the three wires from the alternator assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2026. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 641. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov February 18, 2026. Motorcycles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 24V785 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptaclesOct 21, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V785000 · 8,801 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, T120, T120 Black, 2022 Triumph Street Scrambler, Street Scrambler Sandstorm, Street Twin, Street Twin Goldline, 2023-2024 Scrambler 900, and Speed Twin 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Risk: Overheated wiring increases the risk of a fire or crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new wire alignment clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 627.

Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:discMar 6, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V146000 · 988 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2023 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. The left-hand side (LHS) brake disc may be improperly secured and can detach.

Risk: The detachment of the LHS brake disc can reduce brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a replacement damper and also replace the disc bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2023. Owners may contact Triumph's customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 606.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

The contact owns a 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V785000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, there are no local dealers on the island to repair the recall. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine while…

Electrical System · received Feb 28, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11645554

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120?

Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Bonneville T120 model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.