Triumph/rear wheel bearing
Defect Summary
On certain motorcycles, the rear wheel needle roller bearing as fitted only to certain single sided swinging arm motorcycles can deteriorate and seize causing the rear wheel to lock-up.
Safety Consequence
This can cause a loss of control of the motorcycle.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace all rear wheel bearings. owner notification began september 19, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact triumph at 1-678-854-2010.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 02V242000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V242000?
NHTSA recall 02V242000 was issued by Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. on September 10, 2002. It addresses: Triumph/rear wheel bearing. The recall affects approximately 1,557 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V242000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.