2000 Triumph Sprint ST Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sprint ST years
- Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Triumph Sprint ST. That ranks 3rd out of 10 Sprint ST model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 600 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 3owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 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 | 2 | 67% | 600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Triumph Sprint ST recalls (4)
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.
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. A fuel leak could occur from the fuel lever sender located inside the fuel tank.
Risk: If this condition occurs in the presence of an ignition source, possibly could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel sender.
Suspension
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The final drive chain side plate was not hardened correctly.
Risk: This chain could fracture causing a loss of drive to the rear wheel.
Fix: Dealers will replace the drive chains.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel line fitting leaks (PE03053) — opened Nov 20, 2003, closed Apr 2, 2004, led to recall 04V156000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Fuel tank expanded and now seat doesn't snap onto back bracket.also paint bubbled on surface of tank.
Nhtsa#00-v-312-000; motorcycles. A fuel leak could occur from fuel lever sender located inside the fuel tank.consumer has the same problem. However, this vehicle was not part of recall due to vin. *ak
I have a triumph sprint st ([xxx]) it was affected by nhtsa campaign id number: 00v312000. The recall was done and it did have a fuel leak. Since then i have had constant recurring fuel leaks. The third fuel leak occurred on aug 31, 2002 and now a texas lemon law hearing is pending. I returned the…
Other Triumph Sprint ST years
← 1999 Sprint ST · 2001 Sprint ST →
| 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 | 3 | 4 |
| 1999 Sprint ST | 2 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Triumph Sprint ST?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Triumph Sprint ST?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2000 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 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.