The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·20V740000·Announced 2020-11-30

Triumph Rocket 3 Motorcycles Recalled for Air in Antilock Brake System

Triumph is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rocket 3 motorcycles because air may have entered the rear brake ABS modulator during production. This can reduce braking efficiency over time, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The defect is a confirmed manufacturing issue in a critical safety system (rear brake ABS modulator) that could reduce braking efficiency and increase crash risk. However, no injuries or deaths have been reported, and this is a precautionary recall being addressed with a straightforward remedy.

Plain-English summary

Triumph Motorcycles America is recalling certain 2020 and 2021 Rocket 3 GT, Rocket 3 R, and Rocket 3 TFC motorcycles. Air may have entered the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator in the rear brake system during production.

Over time, air trapped in the ABS modulator can deteriorate rear braking efficiency. This increases the distance required to stop and raises the risk of a crash.

Triumph dealers will bleed the rear brake system free of charge to correct the issue. Owners should contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010 to schedule service. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline is also available at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or consumers can visit safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
2021 TRIUMPH ROCKET 3 GT
Brand
TRIUMPH
Manufacturer
Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle / Braking System
Hazard
  • brake-air-contamination
  • reduced-braking
  • crash-risk
Affected units
1,241

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (3)

  • ROCKET 3 GT
  • ROCKET 3 R
  • ROCKET 3 TFC

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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