Rear brakes intermittently soft and sometimes pedal goes to do nothing.
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Recalls 2
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
- What is wrong
- Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020 Rocket 3 TFC, 2020-2024 Rocket 3 R, Rocket 3 GT, 2022 Rocket 3 GT Triple Black, and Rocket 3 R Black motorcycles. The rear brake master cylinder may fail to move fluid through the system properly, requiring an extended distance to stop.
- Risk
- Extended stopping distance increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023. Owners may contact Triumph's customer service at 1‑678‑854‑2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 611.
Recall number 23V730000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rocket 3 GT, Rocket 3 R, and 2020 Rocket 3 TFC motorcycles. Air could have entered the antilock brake system (ABS) modulator while the rear brake system was filled during production.
- Risk
- Over time, the air in the ABS modulator can deteriorate rear braking efficiency, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the rear brake system, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1‑678‑854‑2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 587.
Recall number 20V740000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT 108
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Daignostic software and dealers should begin using it...
- Dealer notice advising to check for an immobiliser software update before replacing any TPMS components on...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-07 and dealers should begin...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool 2026-06.1 and dealers should begin...
- Dealer notice reminding of the correct Brake bleed requirement following extended storage, as outlined in...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Technical Bulletin 264.
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Triumph Diagnostic Tool version 2026-06 and dealers should...
- Technical Bulletin 264 provides instructions that relates to: Triumph Diagnostic Tool
- Dealer notice advising the availalbility of TDT version 2026-05.2 which resolves the ABS as Not Connected...
- Dealer notice announcing the availability of Diagnostic software 2026-05.1 and dealers should begin using...
What 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Rear bake failed. Pressing pedal down does not apply braking. No brake error light.
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Questions about the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT
Is the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT, close to a typical Rocket 3 GT model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT?
Brakes, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT have?
2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Triumph Rocket 3 GT brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 23V730000, 20V740000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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