2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 8, 2012 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tiger 800 XC years
Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Tiger 800 XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is structure (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 14,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC problems

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

Structure1 · ~14,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure1100%14,000——

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

2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC recalls (3)

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Engine and engine coolingAug 22, 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V434000 · 1,485 vehicles

Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011, for a problem with the engine management software.

Risk: The rider may notice lower rpms and when decelerating the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will download new engine management software into the motorcycles electronic control unit (ecu), free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.

Structure:motorcycle:kickstand/center standAug 22, 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V436000 · 668 vehicles

Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011. The optional accessory center stand assembly contains a defective return spring that may break.

Risk: If the return spring breaks, the center stand may unexpectedly drop and drag along the road surface, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the return spring and repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 26, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-854-2010.

EquipmentAug 2, 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V393000 · 134 vehicles

Problem: Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 sprint gt, tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from june 2010 through june 2011. The top box locking handle is missing a clip on the locking mechanism and thus it is possible that the top box may detach from the machine.

Risk: If the top box falls from the motorcycle, it could strike another vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a new fitment clip part to the top box locking handle spindle to align the rack and pinion mechanism to prevent disengagement. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.

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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 triumph tiger 800 xc motorcycle. The contact stated that the top trunk locking mechanism failed. The failure caused the top box to fall to the ground. The contact had the vehicle previously repaired under nhtsa campaign id number: 11v436000 (structure: center stand). The…

Structure · received Feb 8, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10447131

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2013 Tiger 800 XC20
2012 Tiger 800 XC53
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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC?

Owners most often report structure problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 XC a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tiger 800 XC model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.