- The problem
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Triumph Thunderbird, Thunderbird ABS, Tiger 800,Tiger 800 ABS, Thruxton, and Bonneville motorcycles manufactured February 6, 2014, to August 7, 2014. The engine control unit may improperly activate the fuel injectors.
- The risk
- Improper signalling to, and activation of, the fuel injectors could cause the engine to unexpectedly lose power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will modify the internal ECU hardware, free of charge. The recall began December 4, 2014. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB519.
Vehicle safety record
2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2014 for the injectors.
NHTSA data checked
Rated once enough Thunderbird Storm years are on file
#405 most complained-about 2014 vehicle
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm problems
Share of all 1 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm 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
What owners say
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1 complaints about the 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Failure of enclosed bearings resulting in bent axle and damage to drive belt.
Triumph Thunderbird Storm: every year compared
All Thunderbird Storm years2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm | 1 | 1 | - | |
| 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 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 Thunderbird Storm
Does the 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm: injectors (November 2014). 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 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on June 19, 2019 and the latest on June 19, 2019. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2014 Triumph Thunderbird Storm 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