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2013 Triumph Tiger problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2013 Triumph Tiger — 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.

3

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other Tiger years?

Tiger NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted3 complaints1999: 1 complaints2000: 0 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 1 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 1 complaints2006: 1 complaints2012: 3 complaints2013: 3 complaints2014: 2 complaints
Tiger NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Triumph Tiger problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine133%
Fuel System133%
Transmission133%

Does the 2013 Triumph Tiger have recalls?

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

14V009000Electrical SystemJanuary 15, 2014 · 2,800 units

Defect

Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Tiger Explorer ABS A1 and 2013-2014 Tiger Explorer Spoke ABS XC A1 and Trophy SE A1 motorcycles manufactured November 17, 2011, through December 16, 2013. In the affected motorcycles, the electronic control unit (ECU) hardware and software may improperly detect the motorcyle's throttle position resulting in the motorcycle shutting down.

Consequence

An unexpected shutdown increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will update and install new ECU hardware and software, free of charge. The recall began on January 24, 2014. Customers may contact Triumph at 1-678-854-2010.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Component that failed was pivot plate, Triumph part T1194900. I have the defective part. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Failure of this component due to poor design led…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 22, 2021

“STALLING OCCURS WHEN DISENGAGING THE CLUTCH WHILE DOWNSHIFTING, AS FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DOES NOT MAINTAIN PROPER, MINIMUM IDLE. NO POWER AVAILABLE WHEN RE-ENGAGING THE CLUTCH. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS CONDITION ON A MOTORCYCLE, AS UNINTENDED ENGINE BREAKING WHILE ENTERING INTO A CURVE CAN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · April 4, 2014

“STALLING OCCURS WHEN DISENGAGING THE CLUTCH WHILE DOWNSHIFTING, AS FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DOES NOT MAINTAIN PROPER, MINIMUM IDLE. NO POWER AVAILABLE WHEN RE-ENGAGING THE CLUTCH. THIS IS AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS CONDITION ON A MOTORCYCLE, AS UNINTENDED ENGINE BREAKING WHILE ENTERING INTO A CURVE CAN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 4, 2014

2013 Triumph Tiger — common questions

Is the 2013 Triumph Tiger reliable?

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

Does the 2013 Triumph Tiger have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Triumph Tiger. 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.