Triumph Thunderbird Problems by Year
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Triumph Thunderbird, across 5 model years (2000–2014). The 2010 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is vehicle speed control.
Triumph Thunderbird years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Thunderbird model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2010 Thunderbird: 7 complaints, 1 recall
- 2013 Thunderbird: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2014 Thunderbird: 2 complaints, 1 recall
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 Thunderbird problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Triumph Thunderbird model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Thunderbird | 2 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2013 Thunderbird | 4 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 Thunderbird | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2010 Thunderbird | 7 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2000 Thunderbird | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Triumph Thunderbird years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2010 (7), 2013 (4), 2014 (2). 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 Thunderbird?
Vehicle Speed Control, with 6 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Triumph Thunderbird have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.