2001 Triumph Speed Triple Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Speed Triple years
- Not enough data 2nd of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Triumph Speed Triple. That ranks 2nd out of 18 Speed Triple model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 35,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Triumph Speed Triple 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 33% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 4,900 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Triumph Speed Triple recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the fuel connector linking each of the feed and return fuel hoses to the fuel pump mounting plate may fracture following in-service handling.
Risk: Fuel could escape from the fractured body of the connector onto the engine or side of the bike. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the connector. The recall began on july 30, 2004. Owners should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Wheels
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel needle roller bearing as fitted only to certain single sided swinging arm motorcycles can deteriorate and seize causing the rear wheel to lock-up.
Risk: This can cause a loss of control of the motorcycle.
Fix: Dealers will replace all rear wheel bearings. Owner notification began september 19, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Power train:clutch assembly:pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The clutch control cable can fray and fail. The barrel at the end of the inner cable seizes in the control lever bore, thereby stressing the inner cable.
Risk: This causes the rider to be unable to engage the clutch, increasing stopping distances and inhibiting driving control.
Fix: Dealers will replace the clutch cable. Owner notificationbegan january 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
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.
Where the fuel pump/sending unit plate bolts to the tank it deformed enough to let fuel leak out onto the engine , i am fearful it will ignite. *tr
While driving 65 mph, without warning the gas tank broke. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. *jb
In december 2002 the dealer repaired the motorcycle under recall# 01v339000 concerning the clutch cable. On 10/5/2003, 1500 miles later, the clutch cable broke while driving. *ak the consumer requested a buy back. *sc *jb
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Triumph Speed Triple?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Triumph Speed Triple?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Triumph Speed Triple a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Speed Triple model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.