2002 Triumph Tiger Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Tiger years
- Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 Triumph Tiger. That ranks 3rd out of 10 Tiger model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 500 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2002 Triumph Tiger recalls (1)
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.
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 2002 triumph tiger. While riding 2-5 mph or in the idle position, the vehicle would shut off completely. The vehicle was able to be restarted immediately. The dealer replaced the throttle position sensor, but the failure continued. The failure mileage was 500 and current…
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 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 Tiger | 0 | 3 |
| 2000 Tiger | 0 | 3 |
| 1999 Tiger | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Triumph Tiger?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Triumph Tiger?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 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 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.