Safety Recall NHTSA · 08V624000 Reported November 26, 2008

Front brake caliper bolt

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 87 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
08V624000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
87
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 26, 2008

Defect Summary

Triumph is recalling 87 my 2008-2009 thruxton motorcycles. the installed front brake caliper bracket bolts may be too short, reducing thread engagement of the bolts into the brake caliper bracket.

Safety Consequence

The brake caliper may become loose or separated resulting in reduced brake effectiveness, loss control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Triumph will replace these bolts. the recall began on december 12, 2008. owners may contact triumph at 1-678-539-8782.

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 08V624000 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 08V624000

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

What is recall 08V624000?

NHTSA recall 08V624000 was issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. on November 26, 2008. It addresses: Front brake caliper bolt. The recall affects approximately 87 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08V624000 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.