Triumph Explorer Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Triumph Explorer, across 5 model years (2011–2017). The 2017 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Triumph Explorer years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Explorer model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2017 Explorer: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2013 Explorer: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2012 Explorer: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Triumph Explorer problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Triumph Explorer model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Explorer | 1 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 2014 Explorer | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2013 Explorer | 1 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2012 Explorer | 1 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2011 Explorer | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Triumph Explorer years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2017 (1), 2013 (1), 2012 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Triumph Explorer?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Triumph Explorer have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.