- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, when the engine is returning to idle it may stall.
- The risk
- If the motorcycle stalls, the rider will have to restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and download new engine management software free of charge. The recall began on october 17, 2007. Owners may contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Triumph Rocket Iii Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii with NHTSA, most often about the transmission & drivetrain (4) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 2007 for the fuel injection system. For comparison, the 2007 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Rocket Iii year, for its age
#289 most complained-about 2008 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii problems
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2008 Triumph Rocket Iii 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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5 complaints about the 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
During acceleration bike drops between gears and you have no power it is in nuetral have to try.To shift up or down and pray you get it before someone hits you from behind. Happens most of the time when you down shift make a turn and try to accelerate. Also at freeway speeds and acceleration it happens. Very dangerous. I called a dealer he wants bike for 3 months and $4000 to repair.. Mileage is only 32000
After bike sat a summer due to illness when I rode bike it started coming out of gear on acceleration and speed changes. I had shift cove replaced 2 years prior now this only has 32,000 miles
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 triumph rocket iii. The contact stated while driving 25 mph upward on a hill, the motor vehicle made a loud noise. The failure recurred multiple times and there were issues with the vehicle staying in gears. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and multiple repairs were made and updates to the vehicle. However, the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 13,000. Updated 4/20/15*cn
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 triumph rocket iii motorcycle. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the transmission slipped out of gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that a spring inside of the transmission fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 11,000. *Tr
Metzeler me880 tire produced cupping and tire separation after 3000 miles or wear. Metzeler continues to ignore my request for investigation into this tire which should have delivered a minimum of 6000 miles. A quick internet search reveals several similar incidents with the same tire. Given that this is a motorcycle tire, tire failure carries a great risk of death. Metzeler has an obligation - legally and morally - for consumer safety, and the company continues to ignore complaints. *Js
Triumph Rocket Iii: every year compared
All Rocket Iii years2008 Triumph Rocket Iii vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii | 5 | 1 | C | |
| 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii Touring | 5 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2008 Triumph Bonneville | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2008 Triumph Daytona 675 | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2008 Triumph Scrambler | 2 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii Classic | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 | 1 | 3 | D | 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 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii
Does the 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii: fuel injection system (September 2007). 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 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the transmission & drivetrain (4), wheels & tires (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on July 29, 2012 and the latest on January 27, 2020. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Triumph Rocket Iii 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 Rocket Iii years have the most complaints?
2005 (20), 2006 (9), 2008 (5). See every Triumph Rocket Iii year compared.
What should I do if my 2008 Triumph Rocket Iii 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