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Motorcycle Recall - Triumph

NHTSA Campaign ID:  08V457000
Component:  Suspension
Manufacturer:  Triumph Motorcycles America LTD
Recall Date: 09/09/2008
Potential Number of Units Affected: 372
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
Triumph is recalling 372 model year 2008 Sprint ST motorcycles. There is a possibility that the single bolt that is used in the 3 positions on the rear suspension drag link assembly can become brittle and fracture. The bolts involved are the (1) drag link to drop link bolt, (2) drag link to frame bolt, and (3) drop link to rear suspension unit bolt.
Consequence Summary:
The head of the bolt may detach causing the drag link assembly to come apart resulting in loss of rear suspension, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will remove and discard the 3 bolts and replace them with new bolts. The recall is expected to begin during November 2008. Owners may contact Triumph at 1-678-539-8782.

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