Triumph Thruxton 1200R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Triumph Thruxton 1200R, across 2 model years (2016–2017). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Triumph Thruxton 1200R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Thruxton 1200R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 Thruxton 1200R: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2017 Thruxton 1200R: 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 Thruxton 1200R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Triumph Thruxton 1200R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Thruxton 1200R | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2016 Thruxton 1200R | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Triumph Thruxton 1200R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (3), 2017 (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 Thruxton 1200R?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Triumph Thruxton 1200R have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.