Triumph Steering Wheel / Handle Bar Recall 06V063000 (33 Vehicles)

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the handle bar clamp bolts were not sufficiently tightened.

The risk

The handle bars could loosen which could result in a crash or personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the torque of the clamp bolts and tighten if necessary. The recall began on march 16, 2006. Owners may contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.

Contacts

Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Triumph dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 06V063000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2006 Triumph Rocket Iii	9	2	D
2006 Triumph Rocket Iii Classic	6	2	F
2006 Triumph Rocket Iii Special Editio	0	1	-

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2006 Triumph Rocket Iii

2006 Triumph Rocket Iii Classic

2006 Triumph Rocket Iii Special Editio

Questions

Is the 06V063000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 06V063000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 06V063000 announced?

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD reported it to NHTSA on March 6, 2006. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Steering wheel / handle bar Triumph recall