Triumph TF450 Closed Course Motorcycles Recalled Over Crash Risk: CPSC

A faulty engine component on Triumph’s off-road race motorcycles can cause the bike to suddenly lose power or seize mid-ride, creating a serious crash hazard for riders. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on September 10, 2026 that Triumph Motorcycles America Ltd. is recalling about 1,560 units of its 2025 and 2026 TF450 model Closed Course Competition Motorcycles sold in the United States, with an additional 171 units sold in Canada.

According to the CPSC notice, the engine rocker arm on the affected motorcycles can seize or stick, which in turn can cause the exhaust valves to remain open or break entirely. Either failure poses a risk of serious injury or death from a resulting crash hazard, the agency said.

Products Affected by This Recall

The recall covers 2025 and 2026 Triumph TF450 models finished in a ‘Jet Black/Pure White’ color scheme. Affected variants include the TF450-C, TF450-E, TF450-X and the TF450RC Edition. These are closed-course competition motorcycles, meaning they are designed and sold for off-road racing use rather than street riding.

The recalled units fall within a specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) range, starting at VIN ending in CD4981 and continuing through VIN ending in CP1597. The VIN can be found on the identification plate located on the left side of the steering head. Owners are urged to check their VIN directly at Triumph’s dedicated recall lookup page rather than relying on model year alone.

Why Was This Recall Issued?

Triumph has received 12 reports describing a seized or sticking exhaust rocker shaft, or damage to the exhaust valves, that resulted in a progressive loss of engine performance. In one of those incidents, a rider suffered an injury that included a broken bone, according to the CPSC. No additional injury details were provided in the notice.

Because the defect can develop gradually — starting as a decline in performance before a full engine failure — riders may not immediately recognize the danger until the bike stalls or the rider loses control on the course.

Who Is Affected?

The recalled TF450 motorcycles were sold exclusively through authorized Triumph Motorcycle dealers between January 2025 and July 2026, at prices ranging from roughly $10,000 to $15,000. The motorcycles were imported by Triumph Motorcycles America Ltd., based in Atlanta, Georgia, and manufactured in Thailand. Because these are competition-only machines rather than street-legal motorcycles, the affected population is largely made up of amateur and professional off-road racers who purchased the bikes for track and closed-course use.

What Should You Do?

Consumers who own a 2025 or 2026 Triumph TF450 should stop riding the motorcycle immediately and confirm whether their specific VIN falls within the recalled range. Triumph is offering a free repair: authorized dealers will inspect the engine and replace the cylinder head at no cost to the owner.

• Stop using the motorcycle right away.
• Check your VIN against the recalled range at Triumph’s website.
• Contact your local authorized Triumph Motorcycle dealer to schedule a free inspection and cylinder head replacement.
• Call Triumph Motorcycles toll-free at 888-284-6288, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, with questions.
• Email tma.aftersales@triumphmotorcycles.com for additional support.

Quick Facts

• Recall number: 26-763
• Units recalled: About 1,560 in the U.S.; about 171 in Canada
• Sold: January 2025 through July 2026
• Price range: $10,000 to $15,000
• Incidents: 12 reports; one injury involving a broken bone

Regulatory Response

The CPSC classified this as a Fast Track Recall, a designation used when a firm agrees to voluntarily and promptly notify the agency and consumers of a hazard and to work directly with CPSC on a remedy. The action was announced in conjunction with a parallel notice from Transport Canada covering the units sold north of the border.

Consumers are reminded that federal law prohibits reselling any product that has been the subject of a CPSC recall, including the affected TF450 motorcycles, until the repair has been completed.