United States
2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 Closed Course Competition Motorcycles (Jet Black/Pure White; models TF450-C, TF450-E, TF450-X and TF450RC Edition) with VINs XXXXXXXXXXXCD4981 through XXXXXXXXXXXCP1597 (VIN on the plate left of the steering head) are included in this recall; consumers can check VINs at Triumph’s recall website. They were recalled because the engine rocker arm can seize or stick and the exhaust valves can remain open or break, posing a crash hazard. Owners should stop using the motorcycles immediately and contact Triumph or an authorized dealer for a free inspection and cylinder head replacement.
What's being recalled
This recall involves 2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 models Closed Course Competition Motorcycles. The motorcycles have a Jet Black/Pure White color scheme. Affected models are TF450-C, TF450-E, TF450-X and TF450RC Edition. The range of affected Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) is XXXXXXXXXXXCD4981 to and including XXXXXXXXXXXCP1597. The VIN is located on the vehicle identification plate on the left side of the steering head. Consumers can check if their VIN is included in this recall at https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/owners/recalls.
Manufactured in: Thailand.
The hazard
The engine rocker arm on the recalled motorcycles can seize or stick and the exhaust valves can remain open or break, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a crash hazard.
Incidents and injuries: The firm has received 12 reports of a seized or sticking exhaust rocker shaft or damage to the exhaust valves that will result in a progressive decrease in engine performance. One injury, including a broken bone, has been reported.
What to do
Consumers should stop using 2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 models Closed Course Competition Motorcycles immediately and contact Triumph Motorcycles for a free repair. Consumers can check if their VIN is included in this recall at https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/owners/recalls. Consumers with recalled motorcycles should contact their local authorized Triumph Motorcycle dealer who will inspect the engine and replace the cylinder head free of charge.
Contact: Triumph Motorcycles toll-free at 888-284-6288 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at tma.aftersales@triumphmotorcycles.com or online at https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/owners/recalls or www.triumphmotorcycles.com and click “Owners” at the top of the page, then click "Recalls" for more information.
Where it was sold
Sold At: Authorized Triumph Motorcycle Dealers from January 2025 through July 2026 for between $10,000 and $15,000.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, collected from U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Check the original before you act on it.
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