Triumph Structure Recall 08V686000 (8 Vehicles)

The problem

Triumph is recalling 8 my 2008 rocket iii touring motorcycles. There could be a missing weld on the back of the pannier rail.

The risk

The pannier rail may, after time, be weakened leading to a full fracture of the rail and possible loss of pannier and rail from the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the pannier rail. All motorcycles have been repaired.

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 <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .

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 08V686000.
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
2008 Triumph Rocket Iii Touring	5	3	F

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2008 Triumph Rocket Iii Touring

Questions

Is the 08V686000 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 08V686000?

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 08V686000 announced?

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES AMERICA LTD reported it to NHTSA on December 19, 2008. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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