How many recalls does the 2017 Triumph Speed Triple R have?

The 2017 Triumph Speed Triple R has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2017 Triumph Speed Triple R has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2017 Triumph Speed Triple R?

Of 3 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is service brakes.

2017 Triumph Speed Triple R Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2017 Triumph Speed Triple R has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 541 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17V700000 2017-11-06 541 affected

Defect

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Speed Triple R and Speed Triple S motorcycles. A wire for the charging system may rub against a bracket for the ABS modulator, potentially resulting in an electrical short.

Consequence

An electrical short could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wire, rerouting it to avoid contact with the bracket, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2017. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SB552.

Complaints by component

SERVICE BRAKES

Total complaints3

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The front brakes have developed an issue. The brakes must be pumped twice in order to activate/apply pressure. Regular maintenance is always conducted at redline motorsports in bismarck, nd. Pads have been replaced with brand new pads. Brakes have been bled multiple times. Fluid was replaced.…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2025-05-02

“The brake lever goes down to almost to the handle bar on the first pull in for the braking. I have to pump it for a good brake feel and response. In an emergency situation you don't have time and it is a serious problem. I have tried with the triumph dealer for a fix and even triumph of north…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2019-06-01

“When I ride this motorcycle, I need to pump the brake to get them to work and bring the motorcycle to a stop. It's very scary in a sudden situation when you need to stop and the lever goes very close to the bar with barely brakes grabbing to slow down. In an emergency situation, I can see how this…”

SERVICE BRAKES · reported 2017-06-01