New Brake Recall!

Louballs

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Hey everyone, there is a new brake recall here in the US (hopefully everywhere) for the rear brake issue many of us have experienced. They are replacing the rear brake master cylinder with a new, larger one. Apparently the NHTSA started investigating this in March of 23. I complained to them in January of this year and they took my bike for 2 months, so maybe I helped get this going lol. This is what the recall says when I enter my VIN:

Summary A small number of motorcycles within the affected VIN range that have been parked or stored for long periods of time may demonstrate noticeably increased rear brake pedal travel than that previously experienced prior to storage. In the event of an affected motorcycle being stored, the rear brake pedal must be depressed over a greater distance than prior to storage before the brake engages. A small number of motorcycles that are used regularly may also demonstrate smaller increases in brake pedal travel. Once engaged, rear brake performance is unaffected. Note: Front brakes are not affected and will remain fully functional.

Safety Risk On unrepaired affected motorcycles, where pre-ride safety checks have not been completed, this increased pedal travel can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy Triumph Motorcycles Ltd has authorized your dealer to replace the Rear Brake Master Cylinder, free of charge to you including parts and labor.
 

sunny

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wow, I dont have any rear brake issue but still showing my vin for recall, I guess, Triumph is not playing games anymore? doing every other bike?
question is, should I go and get it replaced even though it works fine
 

Louballs

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wow, I dont have any rear brake issue but still showing my vin for recall, I guess, Triumph is not playing games anymore? doing every other bike?
question is, should I go and get it replaced even though it works fine
I would. It appears they are replacing it with a larger, better part, so it can't hurt......i think.
 

Journeyman

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No issues, but I'm covered too. If they won't replace it while I wait I'm hoping they'll just give me the part and send me on my way.
 

pica

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Yeah, hopefully this finally fixes it!
Well I just paid for a brake bleed for the rear weeks ago to the dealer.... wondering if they should refund me....
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Louballs

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Well I just paid for a brake bleed for the rear weeks ago to the dealer.... wondering if they should refund me....
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I dont think you should have been charged to begin with being that it's a known issue. I've had mine bled 5 times and never had to pay a dime.
 
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