Triumph Legend Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Triumph Legend, across 2 model years (1999–2001). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Triumph Legend years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Legend model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 Legend: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2001 Legend: 1 complaint, 0 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 Legend problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Triumph Legend model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Legend | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1999 Legend | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Triumph Legend years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (2), 2001 (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 Legend?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Triumph Legend have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.