2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 31, 2023 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Rocket 3 GT years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Rocket 3 GT model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT problems

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

Service Brakes2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes2100%———

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

2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT recalls (2)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinderOct 31, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V730000 · 3,557 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020 Rocket 3 TFC, 2020-2024 Rocket 3 R, Rocket 3 GT, 2022 Rocket 3 GT Triple Black, and Rocket 3 R Black motorcycles. The rear brake master cylinder may fail to move fluid through the system properly, requiring an extended distance to stop.

Risk: Extended stopping distance increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Triumph's customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 611.

Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:hydraulic:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsNov 30, 2020 · NHTSA campaign 20V740000 · 1,241 vehicles

Problem: Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rocket 3 GT, Rocket 3 R, and 2020 Rocket 3 TFC motorcycles. Air could have entered the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator while the rear brake system was filled during production.

Risk: Over time, the air in the ABS modulator can deteriorate rear braking efficiency, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.

Fix: Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake system, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 587.

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.

Rear brakes intermittently soft and sometimes pedal goes to do nothing.

Service Brakes · received Mar 17, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11457123

Rear bake failed. Pressing pedal down does not apply braking. No brake error light.

Service Brakes · received Feb 12, 2022 · NHTSA complaint 11451676

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT?

Owners most often report service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Rocket 3 GT model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.