2017 Triumph Scrambler A2 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 21, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Scrambler A2 years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Triumph Scrambler A2. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2017 Triumph Scrambler A2 problems

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

Electrical System2
Exterior Lighting1
Fuel/propulsion System1
Service Brakes1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System2100%———
Exterior Lighting150%———
Fuel/propulsion System150%———
Service Brakes150%———

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

2017 Triumph Scrambler A2 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 Triumph Scrambler A2.

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.

Complete insturment cluster failure and catalytic converter failure at less than 10 k miles .This model has been on a recall list but mine wasn't recalled and failures are known for this model.No warning lights before failure when taken to shop for repairs once insturment cluster replaced ,didn't…

Electrical System · received Sep 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765789

The brakes, turn signals, and hazards do not trigger the associated components and the controls for these do not work. The check engine light intermittently comes on and off with these symptoms. The front clutch cable has work through the protective housing at the front of the motorcycle against…

Service Brakes · received Mar 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11722931

Other Triumph Scrambler A2 years

YearComplaintsRecalls
201720

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Triumph Scrambler A2?

Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Triumph Scrambler A2?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2017 Triumph Scrambler A2 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Scrambler A2 model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.