1999 Triumph Sprint ST Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sprint ST years
- Not enough data 5th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Triumph Sprint ST. That ranks 5th out of 10 Sprint ST model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 11,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Triumph Sprint ST 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 System, Gasoline | 1 | 50% | 11,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 50% | 8,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Triumph Sprint ST recalls (2)
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.
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Oil can leak from between the crankcase halves.
Risk: This can result in oil spillage forward of the rear tire and could, in some cases, cause vehicle instability.
Fix: Dealers will replace the lower crankcase bolts.
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.
1999 triumph sprint st motorcycle. Plastic fuel line connector between fuel pump and tank leaked spraying several quarts of fuel on the hot engine and the rider in a matter of minutes. The fuel line connector that leaked was female half of the connector that was previously recalled by the…
99 triumph sprint st motorcycle 8500 miles carefully maintained and stored in heated garage. While riding at 50 mph rear wheel suddenly locked. Skidded and fishtailed and fortuneately didn't crash. The rear wheel needle roller bearing had failed. There was no warning or indication of any problem…
Other Triumph Sprint ST years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Sprint ST | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 Sprint ST | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 Sprint ST | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 Sprint ST | 4 | 1 |
| 2004 Sprint ST | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 Sprint ST | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 Sprint ST | 3 | 2 |
| 2001 Sprint ST | 6 | 4 |
| 2000 Sprint ST | 3 | 4 |
| 1999 | 2 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Triumph Sprint ST?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, suspension problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Triumph Sprint ST?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Triumph Sprint ST a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sprint ST model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.