Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V223000 Reported May 28, 2013

Fuel tank may leak

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 513 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V223000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
513
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 28, 2013

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

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.

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 13V223000 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 13V223000

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

What is recall 13V223000?

NHTSA recall 13V223000 was issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. on May 28, 2013. It addresses: Fuel tank may leak. The recall affects approximately 513 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 13V223000 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.