- The problem
- On certain motorcycles, the fuel connector linking each of the feed and return fuel hoses to the fuel pump mounting plate may fracture following in-service handling.
- The risk
- Fuel could escape from the fractured body of the connector onto the engine or side of the bike. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the connector. The recall began on july 30, 2004. Owners should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Triumph Tiger Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2001 Triumph Tiger have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in April 2004 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical Tiger year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2001 Triumph Tiger 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
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The clutch control cable can fray and fail. The barrel at the end of the inner cable seizes in the control lever bore, thereby stressing the inner cable.
- The risk
- This causes the rider to be unable to engage the clutch, increasing stopping distances and inhibiting driving control.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the clutch cable. Owner notificationbegan january 25, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 678-854-2010.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. A fuel leak could occur from the fuel lever sender located inside the fuel tank.
- The risk
- If this condition occurs in the presence of an ignition source, possibly could result in a fire.
- The fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER.
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Triumph Tiger: every year compared
All Tiger years2001 Triumph Tiger vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Triumph Tiger | 0 | 3 | D | |
| 2001 Triumph Bonneville | 7 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Triumph Sprint ST | 6 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Triumph Speed Triple | 3 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Triumph Sprint RS | 1 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Triumph Legend | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2001 Triumph Daytona 955I | 1 | 1 | 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 2001 Triumph Tiger
Does the 2001 Triumph Tiger have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Triumph Tiger: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (April 2004); pedal / hand lever(motorcycle) (November 2001); storage (October 2000). 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 2001 Triumph Tiger had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2001 Triumph Tiger a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 29 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Triumph Tiger 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 years have the most complaints?
2012 (2), 2013 (2), 1999 (1). See every Triumph Tiger year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Triumph Tiger 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