2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 16, 2014 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tiger 800 XC years
Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Tiger 800 XC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,630 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC problems

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

Engine2 · ~2,630 mi
Electrical System1 · ~4,500 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~4,500 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine2100%2,630——
Electrical System150%4,500——
Vehicle Speed Control150%4,500——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2012, with 1 complaints
2012: 1201212014: 120141

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My motorcycle has a serious design flaw that is apparent on my machine, as well as all others i personally know with the same vehicle, including 2011+ 800 and 800xc. When operated in areas where dust and dirt are present, such as dirt roads, the idle control will fail and render the motorcycle…

Engine · received Jul 16, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10610979

Main engine fuse blows while riding motorcycle causing engine to stop running. (it happened twice that day.) possibly causing a crash. *tr

Engine · received Dec 11, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10488037

Other Triumph Tiger 800 XC years

← 2012 Tiger 800 XC

YearComplaintsRecalls
201320
2012 Tiger 800 XC53
2011 Tiger 800 XC13

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC?

Owners most often report engine, electrical system, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 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 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.