- 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
2014 Triumph Explorer Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2014 Triumph Explorer have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 2014 for the kickstand / center stand.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Explorer year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2014 Triumph Explorer recalls 1
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
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No complaints about the 2014 Triumph Explorer yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Triumph Explorer: every year compared
All Explorer years2014 Triumph Explorer vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Triumph Explorer | 0 | 1 | B | |
| 2014 Triumph Thunderbird | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Rocket Iii Roadster | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Daytona 675 R | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Tiger | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Rocket Iii Touring | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm | 1 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Bonneville | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Triumph Daytona 675 | 1 | 0 | A | 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 2014 Triumph Explorer
Does the 2014 Triumph Explorer have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Triumph Explorer: kickstand / center stand (December 2014). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2014 Triumph Explorer had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2014 Triumph Explorer a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 68 out of 100 (grade B: fewer 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 2014 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