Recall 13V180 affects 1,186 2012-2013 Triumph Explorer Xc and Explorer motorcycles for incorrect GVWR labels. Corrected labels are free at any franchised Triumph dealer.
Triumph is recalling 1,186 2012-2013 Explorer Xc and Explorer motorcycles because the certification label lists the wrong Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. An incorrect rating can lead an owner to overload the motorcycle, create handling problems or tire failure, and raise crash risk; the Triumph dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on the 2012-2013 Triumph Explorer Xc and Explorer is the factory label that lists required vehicle data, including the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. GVWR is the maximum loaded weight the motorcycle is certified to carry, including the bike, rider, passenger, fuel, luggage, and accessories.
On affected motorcycles, the GVWR data printed on that label is incorrect. The motorcycle itself is not described as having a broken mechanical part in recall 13V180. The defect is that the certification label gives the wrong weight-rating information, so the motorcycle does not match the federal certification-label requirement.
An owner will not feel a change in braking, steering, engine operation, or handling from the label error alone. There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is found by checking the certification label and confirming whether the motorcycle is included in the recall.
Who's affected?
Spans the Explorer and Explorer Xc across the 2012 and 2013 model years, with the same vehicle label issue.
| 2012 Triumph Explorer Xc | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2013 Triumph Explorer Xc | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Triumph Explorer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Triumph Explorer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 1,186 |
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?
An incorrect load label gives the operator wrong GVWR information and raises the chance of overloading the motorcycle. Too much weight can create handling problems or tire failure, which increases the risk of a crash. Avoid loading near the stated limit until a dealer corrects the label. Repair will be free at any franchised Triumph dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Triumph Explorer Xc or Explorer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Triumph dealer to ask whether the corrected GVWR certification label is ready for your motorcycle.
- Bring the Triumph owner notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 13V180 when you call.
- Avoid loading the motorcycle above the corrected GVWR shown by the dealer label, since an overload can affect handling and tires.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Triumph technician replaces the incorrect certification label with a corrected label that shows the proper Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data for the motorcycle. Triumph's remedy notice says this label replacement is free and that owner notification began on April 30, 2013. Because the supplied remedy status does not list the repair as available, confirm with a Triumph dealer that the corrected label is ready for your VIN before scheduling.
Timeline
| April 30, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| May 1, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V180?
Recall 13V180 covers 1,186 2012-2013 Triumph Explorer Xc and Explorer motorcycles with incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data on the certification label. An overloaded motorcycle can have handling issues or tire failure, raising crash risk. Triumph replaces the label with corrected GVWR data for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Triumph Explorer Xc or Explorer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 13V180. If it is, contact a franchised Triumph dealer to schedule the corrected certification label replacement. Reference recall number 13V180 when you call. Triumph also lists 1-678-854-2010 for owner questions.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance recalls at no cost. Triumph will replace the certification label with corrected Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data free of charge at a franchised Triumph dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is overloading from the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating label. If the motorcycle is loaded beyond its correct rating, handling issues or tire failure can increase crash risk. Recall 13V180 fixes the label so the motorcycle shows the correct GVWR data.
When did Triumph start the recall repair?
Triumph began the recall repair on April 30, 2013. Because that date has passed, affected owners should use the VIN check first, then contact a franchised Triumph dealer if the motorcycle is included. The dealer replacement label is free.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V180000 |
|---|---|
| Triumph customer service | 1-678-854-2010 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V180 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V180000 |
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 →