2012 Triumph Explorer Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Explorer years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Triumph Explorer. That is the most of any Explorer model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 21,087 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Triumph Explorer problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | 21,087 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2012 Triumph Explorer recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center stand
Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Explorer motorcycles manufactured November 1, 2011, to June 1, 2014. The side stand pivot bolt may fracture.
Risk: If the side stand pivot bolt fractures, the motorcycle may fall when parked on the side stand, increasing the risk of injury to someone nearby.
Fix: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt and lock nut, free of charge. The recall began January 5, 2015. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB518.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Explorer and Explorer XC motorcycles. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data on the certification Label is incorrect. Thus, the motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: The incorrect label could cause the operator to overload the motorcycle which may result in handling issues and/or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Triumph will notify owners and replace the labels with corrected GVWR data, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
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 bolt on the shift assembly (threaded from bottom /up) came off. The shift assembly arm came off when in motion and i was unable to change gears. Motorcycle was stuck in gear with no ability to shift.
Other Triumph Explorer years
← 2011 Explorer · 2013 Explorer →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Explorer | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Explorer | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 Explorer | 1 | 2 |
| 2012 | 1 | 2 |
| 2011 Explorer | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Triumph Explorer?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Triumph Explorer?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Triumph Explorer a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Explorer model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.