Throttle position signal may cause engine shutdown
Defect Summary
Triumph motorcycles america, ltd (triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 tiger explorer abs a1 and 2013-2014 tiger explorer spoke abs xc a1 and trophy se a1 motorcycles manufactured november 17, 2011, through december 16, 2013. in the affected motorcycles, the electronic control unit (ecu) hardware and software may improperly detect the motorcyle's throttle position resulting in the motorcycle shutting down.
Safety Consequence
An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update and install new ecu hardware and software, free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2014. customers may contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
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FAQ: Recall 14V009000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V009000?
NHTSA recall 14V009000 was issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. on January 15, 2014. It addresses: Throttle position signal may cause engine shutdown. The recall affects approximately 2,800 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V009000 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.