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2006 Triumph Sprint ST 1050Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2006 Triumph Sprint ST 1050, most often about the vehicle speed control. It is covered by 3 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls3Free fix at dealersOwner complaints12 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage17kVehicle speed control, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 16, 2010. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2006 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Vehicle speed control11

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

3 recalls

2006 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

–no report yet

Suspension

Recall 09V-378 · Oct 2, 2009 · 2,849 vehicles

Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A FRACTURE, PART OF THE SUSPENSION WILL DROP CAUSING THE REAR TIRE MUDGUARD TO CONTACT THE REAR TIRE, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Mechanical: carrier/rack

Recall 07V-562 · Dec 12, 2007 · 3,698 vehicles

Risk. REDUCED STABILITY CAN OCCUR IF THE MOTORCYCLE IS RIDDEN WITH THE FITTED ACCESSORY, EXCEEDED MAXIMUM WEIGHT, AND AT SPEEDS FAR IN EXCESS OF THE 80 MPH LIMIT…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Triumph.

Best & worst years

2006 vs. every other Sprint ST 1050 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Sprint ST 1050 median. How we score

'05'06'07'08'09
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Sprint ST 1050 owners report

Recent vehicle speed control complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

ON MARCH 27TH, 2009 MY MOTORCYCLE ACCELERATED MAXIMALLY AND UNINTENTIONALLY DURING A TURN ONE BLOCK FROM MY HOUSE. DURING THE EVENT THE ASPHALT WAS DRY AND CLEAN AND THERE WERE NO OTHER INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE BACK TIRE BEGAN SPINNING AND THE FRONT TIRE LIFTED OFF OF THE GROUND DESPITE MY ROLLING…
Complaint 10310999 · Feb 16, 2010 · 17,000 miles

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