1999 Triumph Tiger Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Tiger years
- Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1999 Triumph Tiger. That ranks 3rd out of 10 Tiger model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Triumph Tiger problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1999 Triumph Tiger recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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.
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Oil can leak from between the crankcase halves.
Risk: This can result in oil spillage forward of the rear tire and could, in some cases, cause vehicle instability.
Fix: Dealers will replace the lower crankcase bolts.
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.
One of the transmissioin shafts was not getting enough oil, causing a squealing noise that was getting louder. The shaft dried out, almost causing a lock up of the transmission. Dealer has been contacted. *ak
Other Triumph Tiger years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Tiger | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Tiger | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 Tiger | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 Tiger | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Tiger | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 Tiger | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 Tiger | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 Tiger | 0 | 3 |
| 2000 Tiger | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Triumph Tiger?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Triumph Tiger?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Triumph Tiger a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tiger model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.