Triumph Sprint RS Problems by Year
NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Triumph Sprint RS, across 5 model years (2000–2004). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Triumph Sprint RS years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Sprint RS model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Sprint RS: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2000 Sprint RS: 3 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2001 Sprint RS: 1 complaint, 3 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 Sprint RS problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Triumph Sprint RS model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Sprint RS | 3 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2003 Sprint RS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2002 Sprint RS | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2001 Sprint RS | 1 | 3 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2000 Sprint RS | 3 | 4 | — | Fuel/propulsion System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Triumph Sprint RS years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (3), 2000 (3), 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 Sprint RS?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Triumph Sprint RS have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.