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Motorcycle Recall - Triumph

NHTSA Campaign ID:  08V686000
Component:  Suspension: Front
Manufacturer:  Triumph Motorcycles America LTD
Recall Date: 12/15/2008
Potential Number of Units Affected: 8
Manufactured:
Defect Summary:
Triumph is recalling 8 model year 2008 Rocket III Touring motorcycles. There could be a missing weld on the back of the pannier rail.
Consequence Summary:
The pannier rail may, after time, be weakened leading to a full fracture of the rail and possible loss of pannier and rail from the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Dealers will replace the pannier rail. All motorcycles have been repaired.

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