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2011 Triumph Sprint GT problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 7 complaints on file for the 2011 Triumph Sprint GT — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

7

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2011 compare to other Sprint GT years?

Sprint GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted7 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 7 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints
Sprint GT NHTSA complaints by model year, 2011 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2011 Triumph Sprint GT problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine457%
Electrical System114%
Fuel System114%
Body & Structure114%

Does the 2011 Triumph Sprint GT have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

11V393000OtherAugust 2, 2011 · 134 units

Defect

TRIUMPH IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 SPRINT GT, TIGER 800 AND TIGER 800 XC MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2010 THROUGH JUNE 2011. THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE IS MISSING A CLIP ON THE LOCKING MECHANISM AND THUS IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE TOP BOX MAY DETACH FROM THE MACHINE.

Consequence

IF THE TOP BOX FALLS FROM THE MOTORCYCLE, IT COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FITMENT CLIP PART TO THE TOP BOX LOCKING HANDLE SPINDLE TO ALIGN THE RACK AND PINION MECHANISM TO PREVENT DISENGAGEMENT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRIUMPH CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 1-678-539-8782.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“AT LOW SPEEDS THE ENGINE DIES WITHOUT WARNING. THIS CONDITION FIRST HAPPENED AS I WAS SHIFTING DOWN FROM 2ND TO 1ST GEAR. WHEN THE ENGINE DIES, THE REAR WHEEL LOCKS. THIS HAS CONTINUED TO HAPPEN SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS MACHINE. IT HAS ALSO DIED WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM LOW SPEEDS. WHEN YOU'RE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 28, 2011 · crash

“I AM THE OWNER OF A 2011 TRIUMPH SPRINT GT SPORT TOURING MOTORCYCLE, WHICH I PURCHASED NEW ON 05/21/2011. ON THAT DATE, APPROXIMATELY 85 MILES INTO MY FIRST RIDE, THE BIKE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING ON DECELERATION, WITH THE CLUTCH FULLY DISENGAGED (LEVER FULLY IN), REQUIRING A RE-START WHILE COASTING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 21, 2011

“I AM THE OWNER OF A 2011 TRIUMPH SPRINT GT SPORT TOURING MOTORCYCLE, WHICH I PURCHASED NEW ON 05/21/2011. ON THAT DATE, APPROXIMATELY 85 MILES INTO MY FIRST RIDE, THE BIKE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING ON DECELERATION, WITH THE CLUTCH FULLY DISENGAGED (LEVER FULLY IN), REQUIRING A RE-START WHILE COASTING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 21, 2011

“2011 TRIUMPH GT SPRINT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO MOTORCYCLE VIBRATION AND FRONT BRAKES ISSUE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VIBRATION WAS CAUSED BY THE FRONT FORKS. THE CHROME TUBE WOBBLED AROUND INSIDE THE LOWER SLIDER TUBE ON BOTH FRONT FORKS. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE MANUFACTURER IS AWARE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · October 1, 2012

2011 Triumph Sprint GT — common questions

Is the 2011 Triumph Sprint GT reliable?

The record is thin — 7 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2011 Triumph Sprint GT have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2011 Triumph Sprint GT. 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.