Triumph recalls 2025–2026 TF450 competition motorcycles over engine problem that can cause crashes
The engine rocker arm can seize or stick, and the exhaust valves can stay open or break, which poses a risk of serious injury or death from a crash.
What to do
Stop using the motorcycle immediately and contact your local authorized Triumph Motorcycle dealer, who will inspect the engine and replace the cylinder head free of charge. Check if your VIN is included at https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/owners/recalls.
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Recall details
- Product
- 2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 models Closed Course Competition Motorcycles
- Hazard
- The engine rocker arm on the recalled motorcycles can seize or stick and the exhaust valves can remain open or break, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a crash hazard.
- Injuries
- The firm has received 12 reports of a seized or sticking exhaust rocker shaft or damage to the exhaust valves that will result in a progressive decrease in engine performance. One injury, including a broken bone, has been reported.
- Units
- About 1,560 (In addition, about 171 were sold in Canada)
- Where sold
- Sold at Authorized Triumph Motorcycle Dealers from January 2025 through July 2026 for between $10,000 and $15,000.
- Remedy
- Repair
- Notice last updated
- September 10, 2026
- Recall date
- September 10, 2026
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from CPSC.
Triumph Motorcycles Recalls Closed Course Competition Motorcycles Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Crash Hazard
- Description
- This recall involves 2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 models Closed Course Competition Motorcycles. The motorcycles have a Jet Black/Pure White color scheme. Affected models are TF450-C, TF450-E, TF450-X and TF450RC Edition. The range of affected Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) is XXXXXXXXXXXCD4981 to and including XXXXXXXXXXXCP1597. The VIN is located on the vehicle identification plate on the left side of the steering head. Consumers can check if their VIN is included in this recall at https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/owners/recalls.
- Hazard
- The engine rocker arm on the recalled motorcycles can seize or stick and the exhaust valves can remain open or break, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a crash hazard.
- Remedy
- Consumers should stop using 2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 models Closed Course Competition Motorcycles immediately and contact Triumph Motorcycles for a free repair. Consumers can check if their VIN is included in this recall at https://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/owners/recalls. Consumers with recalled motorcycles should contact their local authorized Triumph Motorcycle dealer who will inspect the engine and replace the cylinder head free of charge. Remedy options: Repair.
- Injuries
- The firm has received 12 reports of a seized or sticking exhaust rocker shaft or damage to the exhaust valves that will result in a progressive decrease in engine performance. One injury, including a broken bone, has been reported.
- Number of units
- About 1,560 (In addition, about 171 were sold in Canada)
- Sold at
- Sold at Authorized Triumph Motorcycle Dealers from January 2025 through July 2026 for between $10,000 and $15,000.
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