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2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

1

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2023 compare to other Bonneville T120 years?

Bonneville T120 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted1 complaint2018: 1 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 0 complaints
Bonneville T120 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 problems?

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Electrical System1100%

Does the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V078000Electrical SystemFebruary 11, 2026 · 8,849 units

Defect

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, Bonneville T120, Bonneville T120 Black, 2024 Bonneville T120 DGR, 2022 Street Twin, Street Scrambler, Street Twin Goldline, Street Scrambler Sandstor, 2023-2024 Speed Twin 900, and Scrambler 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Consequence

Overheated wiring increases the risk of a crash or fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the current 2-piece connector body with a single in-line crimped connector solution for each of the three wires from the alternator assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2026. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 641. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov February 18, 2026. Motorcycles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 24V785 will need to have the new remedy performed.

24V785000Electrical SystemOctober 21, 2024 · 8,801 units

Defect

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, T120, T120 Black, 2022 Triumph Street Scrambler, Street Scrambler Sandstorm, Street Twin, Street Twin Goldline, 2023-2024 Scrambler 900, and Speed Twin 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.

Consequence

Overheated wiring increases the risk of a fire or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new wire alignment clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 627.

23V146000BrakesMarch 6, 2023 · 988 units

Defect

Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2023 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black motorcycles. The left-hand side (LHS) brake disc may be improperly secured and can detach.

Consequence

The detachment of the LHS brake disc can reduce brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a replacement damper and also replace the disc bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2023. Owners may contact Triumph's customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 606.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“The contact owns a 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V785000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, there are no local dealers on the island to repair the recall. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine while…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 19, 2024

2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 — common questions

Is the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 reliable?

The record is thin — 1 NHTSA complaint — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T120. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.