Recall 13V211 covers 279 2012-2013 Triumph Speed Triple motorcycles for a neutral light that stays on in gear. Free repair at any franchised Triumph dealer.
Triumph is recalling 279 2012-2013 Speed Triple motorcycles under recall 13V211 because the neutral light can stay on even when the motorcycle is in gear. An owner can think the bike is in neutral, then face unintended movement and crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Triumph makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The neutral switch on the 2012-2013 Triumph Speed Triple is part of the manual transmission position system. It works with the gear selector drum, the rotating part inside the transmission that lines up each gear position, to tell the instrument panel when the motorcycle is in neutral. The neutral light is supposed to confirm that the transmission is not driving the rear wheel.
On affected motorcycles, incorrect engagement between the neutral switch and the gear selector drum lets the switch report neutral even after the transmission is actually in gear. That means the green neutral light stays illuminated while the motorcycle is ready to move if the clutch is released. The defect is in the position signal, not in the light bulb itself.
There is no warning sign before failure. The misleading neutral light is the condition the owner sees, so treat an unexpected neutral indication as unreliable until a Triumph dealer completes the recall repair.
Who's affected?
The 2012 and 2013 Speed Triple share the same manual transmission component in this recall.
| 2012 Triumph Speed Triple | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| 2013 Triumph Speed Triple | manual transmission |
| Units affected | 279 |
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?
A false neutral indication can make the rider think the Speed Triple is in neutral while it is still in gear. This can cause unintended movement and increase the risk of a crash. Until the repair is complete, treat the neutral indication with caution when starting, shifting, or stopping. Repair will be free at any franchised Triumph dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Triumph Speed Triple is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Triumph dealer and ask whether the free neutral-switch and gear-selector correction is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V211 when you call, and bring the Triumph recall notice if you have it.
- Treat an illuminated neutral light with caution until the repair is complete; confirm the transmission is actually in neutral before releasing the clutch.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Triumph technician will correct the engagement between the neutral switch and the gear selector drum, free of charge. The work focuses on the switch and selector drum relationship that allows the neutral light to stay on when the motorcycle is actually in gear. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If the motorcycle shows this issue before the repair opens, call a Triumph dealer and explain that the recall concerns the neutral switch and gear selector drum.
Timeline
| May 16, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 3, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V211?
Recall 13V211 covers 279 2012-2013 Triumph Speed Triple motorcycles with a neutral-switch and gear-selector-drum problem. The neutral light can stay on while the motorcycle is actually in gear, creating a risk of unintended movement and a possible crash.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Triumph Speed Triple is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 13V211. If it is, contact a franchised Triumph dealer and ask for the neutral switch and gear selector drum repair. Reference recall number 13V211 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Triumph's recall remedy says dealers will correct the neutral switch and gear selector drum engagement free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is unintended movement. The neutral light can stay illuminated even when the Speed Triple is in gear, so the rider can believe the motorcycle is in neutral when it is not. That movement can lead to a possible crash.
What if I bought my Triumph Speed Triple used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included, then call a franchised Triumph dealer and reference recall number 13V211.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V211000 |
|---|---|
| Triumph customer service | 1-678-854-2010 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V211 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V211000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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