March 6, 2024 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24V177000
Engine May Overheat and Leak Coolant
A coolant leak can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V177
Manufacturer Triumph
Motorcycles America, Ltd.
Components ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,545
Summary
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Speed Triple RS, and Speed Triple RR motorcycles. The engine may overheat and cause the fan motor to fail, resulting in a coolant leak.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the original engine software calibration with a new version, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 20, 2024. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph’s number for this recall is SRAN 620.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Chronology :
20Feb23: First Warranty Claim.
08Aug23: Central Warranty Team request investigation by Quality Dept.
13Feb24: Quality Dept has concluded investigation and revised engine calibration introduced into PB1 PJ1 production.
26Feb24: CMD in reviewing PL files, link 3 incidents in Asia to engine overheating and discuss with Central Warranty Team and Quality Dept.
28Feb24: Recall meeting called and campaign agreed.
Warranty Claims: 21 x Warranty Claims to date in the US.
No Fatalities or Injuries in the US.
6 Affected Products
Vehicles
2 Associated Documents
Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-24V177-3524.PDF 214.108KB
Recall Acknowledgement
RCAK-24V177-3061.pdf 645.853KB
Latest Recalls Documents
For the Latest and Most recent Recall Information Visit the link below…
- PHOSPHATE FREE, RTU: Engine Ice Hi-Performance coolant is phosphate free and prediluted, so it’s ready to use, reducing operating temperatures and effectively keeping boil over temperatures to 256 Fahrenheit or less and freeze-up protection to -7 Fahrenheit
- MAXIMIZE PERFORMANCE: With an average reduction in operating temperatures of 10 Fahrenheit - 20 Fahrenheit Engine Ice is perfect for the high-performance demands of your powersports vehicle.
- EASY TO USE: Engine Ice Hi-Performance Motorcycle Coolant + Antifreeze provides superior head dispersion allowing you to maximize horsepower and performance. Easy to Use – Premixed with deionized water for out-of-the-bottle use.
- STOP LOSING PERFORMANCE: Engineered to keep your operating temperatures at optimum performance to not lose power through excess heat; Engine Ice is safe for vehicles over all types of terrain and offers superior heat reduction vs. competitive products as shown in independent lab testing.
- ADVANCED FORMULATION WITH OAT TECHNOLOGY: Product contains no ethylene glycol, uses propylene glycol to reduce operating temperatures more than other coolants
- Exclusive Honda formula with Non-Abrasive Corrosion Inhibitor for maximum protection.
- Advanced Type-2 "Blue" formula is 100% compatible with and replaces the original "Green" coolant.
- Protects from -34 F freeze point to 265 F (at 15 PSI) boiling point.
- Ready to use straight from the bottle 50/50 blend.
- 32 FL. OZ. (1 QT.) 0.946 Liter
- 5 year/150, 000 mile . Silicate-free, long-life, phosphate Hybrid Organic Acid Technology chemistry
- Formulated to replace the OEM fluid in Asian make vehicles such as Honda, Nissan, KIA, Hyundai and others requiring a blue, silicate free HOAT antifreeze/coolant
- The long life formula provides protection for all cooling system metals from rust and corrosion. The silicate free, borate free formula helps protect against harmful scale and deposits
- Meets the following OEM and industry specifications: Hyundai/KIA MS 591-08, Mitsubishi ES-64217, JIS K 2234-1994, Ford WSS-M97B55-A, ASTM 3306, ASTM D4985, Federal Specification A-A-870A
- Contains 30 – 50 ppm of denatonium benzoate as a bittering agent
- Premixed with pure, deionized water for optimum performance and convenience
- Enables maximum horsepower by controlling engine temperatures
- Advanced formulation protects against rust, corrosion and cavitation
- Nitrate, amine and borax free!
- 100% biodegradable in unused form
SEOCONTENT-START
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-177
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. MAR 06, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24V-177 Manufacturer Recall No. : SRAN 620 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd.
Address : 100 Hartsfield Centre Parkway Suite 200 Atlanta GA 30354
Company phone : 678-854-2010 Population :
Number of potentially involved : 1,545 Estimated percentage with defect : 1 % Vehicle Information : Vehicle 1 : 2022-2024 Triumph Speed Triple RS Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall population was based upon a review of factory records. Production Dates : FEB 03, 2021 – MAR 06, 2024
VIN Range 1 : Begin : SMTP01ST6NTAF7370 End : SMTP01ST9RTBX1597 Not sequential Vehicle 2 : 2022-2024 Triumph Speed Triple RR Vehicle Type : MOTORCYCLES Body Style : OTHER Power Train : GAS
Descriptive Information : The recall population was based upon a review of factory records. Production Dates : SEP 02, 2021 – APR 27, 2023
VIN Range 1 : Begin : SMTP02ST1NTAW2194 End : SMTP02ST6RTBN0826 Not sequential Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : The engine could generate an excessive amount of heat, leading to a reduction in the radiator fan’s performance.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : Reduced cooling efficiency can result in coolant leaking from the vehicle,
which increases the risk of an injury.
Description of the Cause : In conditions of high ambient temperature and slow-moving traffic, the
radiator fan may surpass its maximum operating temperature, resulting in fan Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-177 Page 2 motor failure. Ignoring the warning light on the instrument panel and continuing to ride at low speeds may potentially cause coolant displacement. Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The vehicle’s temperature gauge and Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) alert the rider to an elevated temperature level in the vehicle. Involved Components : Component Name 1 : Radiator Fan Assy Component Description : Fan Assy Component Part Number : T2102011 Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Alexon Co Ltd.
Address : 51/3 Suwintawong St.
Klongnakomnuangket, Amphur Muang Chachoengsao Foreign States 24000 Country : Thailand Chronology :
20Feb23: First Warranty Claim.
08Aug23: Central Warranty Team request investigation by Quality Dept.
13Feb24: Quality Dept has concluded investigation and revised engine calibration introduced into PB1 PJ1 production.
26Feb24: CMD in reviewing PL files, link 3 incidents in Asia to engine overheating and discuss with Central Warranty Team and Quality Dept.
28Feb24: Recall meeting called and campaign agreed. Warranty Claims: 21 x Warranty Claims to date in the US. No Fatalities or Injuries in the US. The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24V-177
Page 3
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The original engine calibration will be replaced with a new version,
resulting in a lower engine temparature. This repair will be performed free of charge. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Adjusting the software calibration reconfigures the vehicle’s ignition system, leading to a decrease in engine temperature.
This revised tune went into production on 13th Feb 2024. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : The planned notification dates are an estimate and may be revised.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : MAR 18, 2024 – MAR 18, 2024
Planned Owner Notification Date : MAR 20, 2024 – MAR 20, 2024
* NR – Not Reported
**************************************************************************************************************
**************************************************************************************************************
SEOCONTENT-END
This product presentation was made with AAWP plugin.