2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (1 report).

2Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R recalls

Rear Brake Master Cylinder May Cause Longer Stopping Distance

Recall 23V730Oct 31, 20233,557 vehicles affected

The rear brake master cylinder on these motorcycles may fail to move brake fluid through the system properly.

Air in Rear Brake System Can Reduce Stopping Power

Recall 20V740Nov 30, 20201,241 vehicles affected

Air may have entered the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator on certain Triumph Rocket 3 motorcycles from the 2020 and 2021 model years while the rear brake system was being filled at the factory.

Most common 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Service Brakes1
Power Train1

What owners report

2026-09-07, Power Train
Transmission issues Not related to a quickshifter mine did not come with one. It pops out of gear at low rpms or deceleration which can lead to an accident. In cornering and braking to rapid deceleration for emergency.it just stopped shifting properly one day. I had some voltage problems on the 5v wire all symptoms are fixed except the transmission. Thinking maybe the GPS gear position sensor. Nope pedal is sloppy and needing manual pressure to stay engaged.
2022-06-24, Service Brakes
-Rear brake pedal travels to the mechanical stop with very little braking effectiveness. The motorcycle is available for inspection. -With the rear brake effectively useless full braking capability is not available. The inability to stop efficiently is absent putting the rider and other motorists at risk. -The motorcycle is currently at the dealer for inspection/repair. The service desk confirmed the rear brake pedal traveled to the mechanical stop with little resistance. -The motorcycle was dropped off at the dealer on 6/24/22. No other agencies have inspected it. -There were no warning lamps or messages. The brake pedal began to "soften" at approximately 2400 miles. -The motorcycle VIN sh
2022-03-15, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2021 Triumph Rocket 3R. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank while riding the motorcycle and, while the motorcycle was stationary. One day after refueling the motorcycle, fuel started spewing out of the fuel tank while riding. The contact then took the motorcycle to a dealer as fuel continued to spew out of the fuel tank. The motorcycle remained in the possession of the dealer but was not yet diagnosed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The motorcycle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 500.

2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R questions

Does the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R: Rear Brake Master Cylinder May Cause Longer Stopping Distance; Air in Rear Brake System Can Reduce Stopping Power. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Service Brakes (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 R has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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