NHTSA Campaign Id 08V686000; Date: Dec. 19, 2008
The pannier rail may, after time, be weakened leading to a full fracture of the rail and possible loss of pannier and rail from the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:2008 Triumph Rocket Iii Touring
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: Triumph Motorcycles America Ltd
Affected Units:: 8
Recall Summary:Triumph is recalling 8 my 2008 rocket iii touring motorcycles. There could be a missing weld on the back of the pannier rail.
How to Fix:Dealers will replace the pannier rail. All motorcycles have been repaired.
Recall Notes:Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 17, 2008
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