Recall 14V009 affects 2,800 2012-2014 Triumph Tiger and Trophy motorcycles for an ECU throttle-position defect. Repair is free at any franchised Triumph dealer.
Triumph is recalling 2,800 2012-2014 Tiger and Trophy motorcycles under recall 14V009 because the ECU can misread throttle position and shut the motorcycle down. An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash, and the Triumph dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The ECU, or electronic control unit, is the motorcycle's control computer. On the 2012-2014 Triumph Trophy and Tiger, it reads throttle position and helps manage the fuel injection system so engine power matches the rider's throttle input. That signal has to be read correctly for the engine to keep running as expected.
On affected motorcycles, the ECU hardware and software read the throttle position incorrectly. The motorcycle then shuts down because the control unit is acting on the wrong throttle signal. The recall does not identify a separate broken mechanical part, so the problem centers on the ECU's hardware and software logic.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall does not list a warning light, sound, or change in throttle feel before the shutdown happens.
Who's affected?
Spans Trophy and Tiger motorcycles across 2012-2014, with fuel system and electrical system software listed as separate component areas.
| 2013 Triumph Trophy | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2012 Triumph Tiger | electrical system software |
| 2012 Triumph Tiger | fuel system |
| 2014 Triumph Tiger | electrical system software |
| 2014 Triumph Tiger | fuel system |
| 2013 Triumph Trophy | electrical system software |
| 2014 Triumph Trophy | electrical system software |
| 2014 Triumph Trophy | fuel system |
| 2013 Triumph Tiger | electrical system software |
| 2013 Triumph Tiger | fuel system |
| Units affected | 2,800 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash because the motorcycle loses normal operation while in use. If your VIN is included, schedule recall service soon and avoid riding after any shutdown until a Triumph dealer gives repair guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Triumph dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Triumph Trophy or Tiger is included in this recall.
- Call Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010 if you have not received the owner notice mailed on January 24, 2014.
- Contact a franchised Triumph dealer and reference recall number 14V009 when asking about the free ECU hardware and software update.
- Schedule the ECU service that fixes improper throttle-position detection and unexpected engine shutdown.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, plus any service paperwork related to the shutdown issue.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Triumph technician updates the ECU software and installs the new ECU hardware called for in the recall remedy. That work addresses the throttle position detection problem described in campaign 14V009. The recall repair is free, and parts and labor are covered by Triumph. The source does not give a repair time, so ask the service desk how long the ECU hardware and software update will take when the appointment is arranged.
Timeline
| January 15, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 24, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V009?
Recall 14V009 covers 2,800 2012-2014 Triumph Tiger and Trophy motorcycles with ECU hardware and software that can misread throttle position and shut the motorcycle down. NHTSA campaign 14V009 says an unexpected shutdown increases crash risk. Triumph dealers update and install ECU hardware and software for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Triumph Trophy or Tiger is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 14V009. If it is, contact a franchised Triumph dealer to schedule the ECU hardware and software update and installation. Reference recall number 14V009 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Triumph's remedy says dealers will update and install new ECU hardware and software free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2014.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected motorcycle shutdown while riding. NHTSA campaign 14V009 ties that shutdown to increased crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free ECU repair with a franchised Triumph dealer and ask the service desk what to do if the motorcycle shuts down before your appointment.
What if I bought my Triumph motorcycle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Triumph Trophy or Tiger is included, then call a franchised Triumph dealer and reference recall number 14V009.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V009000 |
|---|---|
| Triumph customer service | 1-678-854-2010 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V009 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V009000 |
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)
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 →