NHTSA recall 02V242000
Wheels
Triumph Daytona and 3 more
Reported Sep 10, 20021,557 vehicles affectedTRIUMPH MOTORCYCLESBuilt Mar 1, 2001 – Mar 31, 2002
The defect
On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel needle roller bearing as fitted only to certain single sided swinging arm motorcycles can deteriorate and seize causing the rear wheel to lock-up.
The risk
This can cause a loss of control of the motorcycle.
The remedy
Dealers will replace all rear wheel bearings. owner notification began september 19, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.