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2001 Triumph Sprint STProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2001 Triumph Sprint ST, most often about the fuel system, gasoline. It is covered by 4 safety recalls.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls4Free fix at dealersOwner complaints61 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage6kFuel system, gasoline, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 6, 2020. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2001 Triumph Sprint ST has problems

6 complaints 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
Fuel system, gasoline41
Fuel/propulsion system20
Power train21
Electrical system10
Engine and engine cooling10
Tires11

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

4 recalls

2001 Triumph Sprint ST 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

Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 04V-156 · Apr 7, 2004 · 18,998 vehicles

Risk. FUEL COULD ESCAPE FROM THE FRACTURED BODY OF THE CONNECTOR ONTO THE ENGINE OR SIDE OF THE BIKE.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)

Recall 01V-339 · Nov 2, 2001 · 3,427 vehicles

Risk. THIS CAUSES THE RIDER TO BE UNABLE TO ENGAGE THE CLUTCH, INCREASING STOPPING DISTANCES AND INHIBITING DRIVING CONTROL.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

Recall 00V-312 · Oct 11, 2000 · 1,929 vehicles

Risk. IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, POSSIBLY COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

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

2001 vs. every other Sprint ST 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 median. How we score

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1 investigation

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal investigations that included the 2001 Triumph Sprint ST, and the recalls they led to.

  1. FUEL LINE FITTING LEAKSPE03053 · closed Apr 2, 2004
    Led to recall 04V-156
In owners' words

What Sprint ST owners report

Recent fuel system, gasoline complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

STARTER CROSS SHAFT OUTBOARD SUPPORT BEARINGS IN TRANSMISSION AND CRANKCASE. INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES BEYOND MINIMUM LASH, CAUSED BY FAULTY ENGINE ECU. FAULTY ECU, CAN NOT BE "READ" OR ACCESSED BY FACTORY DIAGNOSTIC TOOL, CREATING EXCESSIVE EXHAUST HEAT BURNING HOLES IN BODYWORK, POSSIBLE FIRES AND…
Complaint 10297189 · Dec 28, 2009 · 6,000 miles
PLASTIC, QUICK-CONNECT FUEL FITTING AT THE GAS TANK CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING LARGE AMOUNTS OF FUEL DOWN THE BACK SIDE OF THE ENGINE, ALONG WIRING, AND STRAIGHT ON TO THE EXHAUST. *LA
Complaint 10041510 · Oct 9, 2003 · 1,100 miles

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