Bolts at steering head could loosen
Defect Summary
Triumph motorcycles america, ltd (triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 triumph street triple and street triple r motorcycles manufactured july 1, 2012, to october 1, 2013, and equipped with abs. in the affected motorcycles, the four bolts that secure the two cable guides on either side of the headstock do not contain threadlock. as a result, the bolts could loosen.
Safety Consequence
If the bolts loosen, steering movement could be restricted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four bolts with new bolts containing threadlock, free of charge. the recall began on november 7, 2014. owners may contact triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. triumph's number for this recall is service bulletin 501.
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FAQ: Recall 14V548000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V548000?
NHTSA recall 14V548000 was issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. on September 10, 2014. It addresses: Bolts at steering head could loosen. The recall affects approximately 1,368 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V548000 or the manufacturer campaign number Service bulletin 501. 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.