Triumph Speedmaster Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Triumph Speedmaster, across 6 model years (2002–2015). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is vehicle speed control.
Triumph Speedmaster years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Speedmaster model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Speedmaster: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2009 Speedmaster: 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 Speedmaster problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Triumph Speedmaster model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Speedmaster | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2014 Speedmaster | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 Speedmaster | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2004 Speedmaster | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2003 Speedmaster | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2002 Speedmaster | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Triumph Speedmaster years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (2), 2009 (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 Speedmaster?
Vehicle Speed Control, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Triumph Speedmaster have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.