- The problem
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Explorer motorcycles manufactured November 1, 2011, to June 1, 2014. The side stand pivot bolt may fracture.
- The risk
- If the side stand pivot bolt fractures, the motorcycle may fall when parked on the side stand, increasing the risk of injury to someone nearby.
- The fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side stand pivot bolt and lock nut, free of charge. The recall began January 5, 2015. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB518.
Vehicle safety record
2012 Triumph Explorer Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2012 Triumph Explorer with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in December 2014 for the kickstand / center stand. For comparison, the 2011 has 0 and the 2013 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Explorer year, for its age
#360 most complained-about 2012 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2012 Triumph Explorer problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2012 Triumph Explorer recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Explorer and Explorer XC motorcycles. The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating data on the certification Label is incorrect. Thus, the motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- The incorrect label could cause the operator to overload the motorcycle which may result in handling issues and/or tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Triumph will notify owners and replace the labels with corrected GVWR data, free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2012 Triumph Explorer
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The bolt on the shift assembly (threaded from bottom /up) came off. The shift assembly arm came off when in motion and I was unable to change gears. Motorcycle was stuck in gear with no ability to shift.
Triumph Explorer: every year compared
All Explorer years2012 Triumph Explorer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Triumph Explorer | 1 | 2 | D | |
| 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC | 5 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2012 Triumph Street Triple | 4 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 | 3 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2012 Triumph Tiger | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2012 Triumph America | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2012 Triumph Thunderbird | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2012 Triumph Explorer
Does the 2012 Triumph Explorer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Triumph Explorer: kickstand / center stand (December 2014); labels (May 2013). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Triumph Explorer?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (1).
How many complaints has the 2012 Triumph Explorer had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 14, 2016 and the latest on October 14, 2016. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2012 Triumph Explorer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 38 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Triumph Explorer year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Triumph Explorer years have the most complaints?
2012 (1), 2013 (1). See every Triumph Explorer year compared.
What should I do if my 2012 Triumph Explorer has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data