2003 Triumph Sprint ST Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 2, 2011 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sprint ST years
Not enough data 7th of 10 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Triumph Sprint ST. That ranks 7th out of 10 Sprint ST model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 18,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 Triumph Sprint ST problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~18,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%18,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 Triumph Sprint ST recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsApr 7, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V156000 · 18,998 vehicles

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.

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.

2003 triumph sprint st, 18,000 miles. Fuel line fitting fractured, spraying gasoline under pressure. The factory chose to use plastic, when metal is available. The dealer replacement is also plastic. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Apr 2, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10394025

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Triumph Sprint ST?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 Triumph Sprint ST?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2003 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 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.