Recall 11V434 affects 1,485 2011-2012 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc and Tiger 800 motorcycles for engine software stall risk. Repair is free at any franchised Triumph dealer.
Triumph is recalling 1,485 2011-2012 Tiger 800 Xc and Tiger 800 motorcycles because engine management software can let engine speed drop during deceleration. The engine can stall and increase crash risk, and the Triumph dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2011-2012 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc and Tiger 800, the engine management software is the control program that tells the engine how to run. It manages commands such as fuel delivery, ignition timing, and idle behavior so the engine responds predictably when the rider starts, accelerates, or slows the motorcycle.
NHTSA campaign 11V434 identifies the defect as a problem with that engine management software. The recall does not point to a broken mechanical part or a separate replacement component. Instead, the issue is in the control instructions used by the engine system, which means the motorcycle needs corrected software rather than a normal wear-item repair.
There is no warning sign before failure. A rider should not expect a specific light, sound, or change in feel to confirm that the software problem is present.
Who's affected?
Both Tiger 800 variants are listed for each model year, with the same engine and engine cooling component.
| 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc | Engine and engine cooling |
|---|---|
| 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 1,485 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Lower RPMs during deceleration can let the engine stall, which increases the risk of a crash. If the motorcycle feels like it is losing revs as you slow, ride cautiously and schedule the recall work. Repair will be free at any franchised Triumph dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2012 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc or Tiger 800 is included in this recall.
- Contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-539-8782 to confirm notice status before arranging dealer service.
- Ask a franchised Triumph dealer about the free engine-management software update that fixes the low-RPM stalling issue.
- Reference recall number 11V434 when you call the dealer.
- Ride cautiously until the ECU software update is complete, especially when decelerating.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Triumph technician downloads updated engine management software into the motorcycle's electronic control unit, or ECU. The filing says the safety recall began on September 2, 2011, and the software update is free of charge. The current remedy status is not listed in this input, so confirm with a Triumph dealer that the ECU update is open for your VIN before arranging the visit. If the repair is open for your motorcycle, parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| August 22, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 2, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V434?
Recall 11V434 covers 1,485 2011-2012 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc and Tiger 800 motorcycles with engine management software that can let engine RPM drop during deceleration and lead to a stall. Triumph dealers download updated engine management software into the ECU for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2012 Triumph Tiger 800 Xc or Tiger 800 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 11V434. If it is, contact a franchised Triumph dealer to schedule the ECU software update. Reference recall number 11V434 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Triumph's remedy states that dealers download new engine management software into the motorcycle's electronic control unit free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an engine stall during deceleration. NHTSA campaign 11V434 says the rider can notice lower RPMs before the engine stalls, and that stall increases the risk of a crash. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free ECU software update with a Triumph dealer.
What if I bought my Triumph Tiger 800 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Tiger 800 Xc or Tiger 800 is included, then call a franchised Triumph dealer or Triumph customer service at 1-678-539-8782.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V434000 |
|---|---|
| Triumph customer service | 1-678-539-8782 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V434 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V434000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →