Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V156000 Reported April 7, 2004

Triumph/fuel connectors

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 18,998 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V156000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
18,998
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 7, 2004

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the connector. The recall began on july 30, 2004. owners should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. dealer and reference recall ID 04V156000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V156000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 04V156000?

NHTSA recall 04V156000 was issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. on April 7, 2004. It addresses: Triumph/fuel connectors. The recall affects approximately 18,998 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V156000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.