- The problem
- Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011. The optional accessory center stand assembly contains a defective return spring that may break.
- The risk
- If the return spring breaks, the center stand may unexpectedly drop and drag along the road surface, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the return spring and repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 26, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-854-2010.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Triumph Tiger 800 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in August 2011 for the kickstand / center stand.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Tiger 800 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2011 Triumph Tiger 800 recalls 3
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 is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from september 2010 through june 2011, for a problem with the engine management software.
- The risk
- The rider may notice lower rpms and when decelerating the engine could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will download new engine management software into the motorcycles electronic control unit (ecu), free of charge. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.
- The problem
- Triumph is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 sprint gt, tiger 800 and tiger 800 xc motorcycles manufactured from june 2010 through june 2011. The top box locking handle is missing a clip on the locking mechanism and thus it is possible that the top box may detach from the machine.
- The risk
- If the top box falls from the motorcycle, it could strike another vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a new fitment clip part to the top box locking handle spindle to align the rack and pinion mechanism to prevent disengagement. The safety recall began on september 2, 2011. Owners may contact triumph customer service department at 1-678-539-8782.
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Triumph Tiger 800: every year compared
All Tiger 800 years2011 Triumph Tiger 800 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 | 0 | 3 | D | |
| 2011 Triumph Sprint GT | 5 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2011 Triumph Speed Triple 1050CCM | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2011 Triumph Rocket Iii Touring | 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 2011 Triumph Tiger 800
Does the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800: kickstand / center stand (August 2011); engine and engine cooling (August 2011); equipment (August 2011). 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 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 38 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Triumph Tiger 800 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 Tiger 800 years have the most complaints?
2012 (3), 2013 (1). See every Triumph Tiger 800 year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Triumph Tiger 800 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