- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, if the motorcycle is dropped onto the left side, air may enter the rear brake master cylinder reservoir.
- The risk
- If left unattended, the rear brake may not operate, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will reposition the rear brake master cylinder reservoir. Owner notification began on december 31, 2003. Owners should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Triumph Speedmaster Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2002 Triumph Speedmaster have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in December 2003 for the master cylinder.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Speedmaster year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2002 Triumph Speedmaster 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 2002 Triumph Speedmaster 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 Speedmaster: every year compared
All Speedmaster years2002 Triumph Speedmaster vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Triumph Speedmaster | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 2002 Triumph Bonneville | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2002 Triumph Daytona Centennial | 3 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2002 Triumph Bonneville America | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2002 Triumph Daytona | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 2002 Triumph Speed Triple | 1 | 2 | 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 2002 Triumph Speedmaster
Does the 2002 Triumph Speedmaster have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Triumph Speedmaster: master cylinder (December 2003). 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 2002 Triumph Speedmaster had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2002 Triumph Speedmaster a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Triumph Speedmaster 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 Speedmaster years have the most complaints?
2003 (2), 2009 (1). See every Triumph Speedmaster year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 Triumph Speedmaster 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