Triumph recall: The front brake pads friction material may detach from the back plate when used in a corrosive environment
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The front brake pads could have potential issues involving detachment of brake pad friction material from the back plate.
- What to do
- Contact a Triumph dealer to book the free repair. Replace all the affected brake pads
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The front brake pads could have potential issues involving detachment of brake pad friction material from the back plate.
The fix
Replace all the affected brake pads
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Triple Rs | 8 Nov 2016 | 26 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| Speed Triple S | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 XRT | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 DESERT EDITION | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 ALPINE EDITION | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| Street Triple Rs | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 XRx LRH | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 XCA | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 XRx | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 XR | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
| TIGER 1200 XCx | 8 Nov 2016 | 24 Jun 2020 | 6,374 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 21 May 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.