- The problem
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Trophy SE A1 and 2013 Trophy SE A1 Launch motorcycles. The ignition switch wiring may be damaged due to the improper routing of the front brake hose, possibly resulting in inoperable headlights or taillights or an engine stall.
- The risk
- A sudden loss of vehicle lighting or an engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute the brake hose, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN574.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Triumph Trophy Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2013 Triumph Trophy have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in March 2020 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical Trophy year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2013 Triumph Trophy recalls 4
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 Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Tiger Explorer ABS A1 and 2013-2014 Tiger Explorer Spoke ABS XC A1 and Trophy SE A1 motorcycles manufactured November 17, 2011, through December 16, 2013. In the affected motorcycles, the electronic control unit (ECU) hardware and software may improperly detect the motorcyle's throttle position resulting in the motorcycle shutting down.
- The risk
- An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update and install new ECU hardware and software, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2014. Customers may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
- The problem
- Triumph Motorcycles Ltd, (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Trophy and Trophy SE motorcycles manufactured September 2012 through March 2013. The two layers used in the construction of the fuel tank may have failed to adhere, which may result in a fuel leak.
- The risk
- If the fuel tank leaks, the unexpected fuel loss may lead to an engine stall while riding, increasing the risk of a crash. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may also result in a fire.
- The fix
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall began on June 7, 2013. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-888-283-5288.
- The problem
- Triumph Motorcycles (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2013 Trophy motorcycles manufactured from September 5, 2012, through November 29, 2012. These motorcycles were produced with a label bearing incorrect tire data which fails to conform to the labeling requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, "Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars," and they fail to comply with the certification requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- Owners relying on the information contained in the label may install incorrect replacement tires, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- The fix
- None of the affected motorcycles have been sold to consumers and they will be repaired prior to sale. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010 for more information.
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Triumph Trophy: every year compared
All Trophy years2013 Triumph Trophy vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Triumph Trophy | 0 | 4 | F | |
| 2013 Triumph Thunderbird | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Daytona 675 | 3 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 XC | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Tiger | 2 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Tiger 800 | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Speed Triple | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Explorer | 1 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Triumph Thruxton | 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 2013 Triumph Trophy
Does the 2013 Triumph Trophy have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2013 Triumph Trophy: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (March 2020); fuel injection system (January 2014); tank assembly (May 2013); labels (December 2012). 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 2013 Triumph Trophy had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2013 Triumph Trophy a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 19 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Triumph Trophy 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.
What should I do if my 2013 Triumph Trophy 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