Investigation PE06019: 2001–2006 Triumph Bonneville

Status

CLOSED

Opened

May 17, 2006

Closed

Sep 19, 2006

Model years

2001–2006

Subject

Broken spoke/tire deflation

Component: Wheels

Summary

This pe was opened on the basis of 6 owner allegations concerning rear wheel spoke breakage with resulting rear tire inner-tube puncturing.no crashes were or have been alleged.after gathering information concerning this issue from subject vehicle owners, triumph dealers, and triumph motorcycles ltd, we find no defect trend currently exists concerning this subject.should circumstances change as a result of our continued monitoring, we will take appropriate action.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further actio if warranted by the circumstances.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2002 Triumph Bonneville7 complaints
• 2001 Triumph Bonneville7 complaints