Recall 17V700 affects 541 2016-2017 Triumph Speed Triple S and Speed Triple R motorcycles for charging-wire chafe. Repair is free at any franchised Triumph dealer.
Triumph is recalling 541 2016-2017 Speed Triple S and Speed Triple R motorcycles under recall 17V700 because a charging-system wire can rub against the ABS modulator bracket and short. An electrical short can stall the engine and raise crash risk; Triumph dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
On the 2016-2017 Triumph Speed Triple S and Speed Triple R, the generator link lead is part of the charging system. It carries electrical current from the generator through the regulator and rectifier circuit, which helps keep the battery charged while the motorcycle runs. The ABS modulator nearby is part of the braking electronics.
Triumph traced the defect to the way that link lead was routed near a bracket edge. The bracket rubs against the lead's protective outer covering over time. Once that covering is damaged, the wire underneath is exposed. Contact between the bracket and the exposed wire creates the risk of an electrical short.
Before the wire shorts, an owner can notice an unexpected flat battery. The motorcycle also can fail to start because the battery no longer has enough charge to turn the engine over.
Who's affected?
Includes Speed Triple S and Speed Triple R motorcycles across 2016-2017, with wiring listed for each included year.
| 2016 Triumph Speed Triple S | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2017 Triumph Speed Triple S | wiring |
| 2017 Triumph Speed Triple R | wiring |
| 2016 Triumph Speed Triple R | wiring |
| Units affected | 541 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the list, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short can stall the engine and increase the risk of a crash. A flat battery or failure to start is the warning sign named for this recall. Treat either problem as a reason to schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Triumph dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Triumph Speed Triple S or Speed Triple R is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Triumph dealer to schedule the free charging-system wire replacement and rerouting, which keeps the wire from rubbing the ABS modulator bracket.
- Bring the recall notice if Triumph mailed one, or reference recall number 17V700 and Triumph recall SB552 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop riding if the engine stalls.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Triumph technician replaces the affected charging system wire and reroutes it so it no longer contacts the ABS modulator bracket. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. Triumph used its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign, so owners who already paid for the same wire repair before the recall notice should ask Triumph customer service or the dealer service desk how to submit documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 6, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 13, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| November 20, 2017 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 23, 2017 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 14, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V700?
Recall 17V700 covers 541 2016-2017 Triumph Speed Triple S and Speed Triple R motorcycles with a charging-system wire that can rub against the ABS modulator bracket and create an electrical short. Triumph dealers replace the affected wire and reroute it away from the bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Triumph Speed Triple S or Speed Triple R is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 17V700. If it is, contact a franchised Triumph dealer to schedule the wiring repair. Reference recall number 17V700 or Triumph recall number SB552 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. Triumph dealers replace the affected charging-system wire and reroute it away from the ABS modulator bracket free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 17V700?
The safety risk is engine stall from an electrical short. The charging-system wire can rub against the ABS modulator bracket, which creates a short-circuit risk and increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free dealer repair.
What if I bought my Triumph Speed Triple used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the motorcycle's VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Triumph dealer with recall number 17V700 or Triumph recall number SB552 if your motorcycle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V700000 |
|---|---|
| Triumph customer service | 1-678-854-2010 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V700 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V700000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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