The Triumph Street Scrambler spans 2017–2023 with 5 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2018, 2023, 2022 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2017, 2019, 2020. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Triumph Street Scrambler is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2017 to 2023 across multiple generations.
How to read a Triumph Street Scrambler VIN — every digit explained
Every Triumph Street Scrambler carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Triumph and the country it was built in (real Triumph codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Street Scrambler.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- UKSAT · SMT
- Brazil97N
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Street Scrambler, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Triumph Street Scrambler have?
The Triumph Street Scrambler has 5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2017–2023. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2022 Triumph Street Scrambler recalls 2
Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
What's wrong. Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, Bonneville T120, Bonneville T120 Black, 2024 Bonneville T120 DGR, 2022 Street Twin, Street Scrambler, Street Twin Goldline, Street Scrambler Sandstor, 2023-2024 Speed Twin 900, and Scrambler 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.
Risk. Overheated wiring increases the risk of a crash or fire.
Fix. Dealers will replace the current 2-piece connector body with a single in-line crimped connector solution for each of the three wires from the alternator assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2026. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 641. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov February 18, 2026. Motorcycles included in this recall that were previously repaired under recall 24V785 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Electrical System:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles
What's wrong. Triumph Motorcycles America, Ltd. (Triumph) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Bonneville T100, T120, T120 Black, 2022 Triumph Street Scrambler, Street Scrambler Sandstorm, Street Twin, Street Twin Goldline, 2023-2024 Scrambler 900, and Speed Twin 900 motorcycles. The wiring between the alternator and main harness connector may short circuit and overheat.
Risk. Overheated wiring increases the risk of a fire or crash.
Fix. Dealers will install a new wire alignment clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2024. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 627.
2020 Triumph Street Scrambler recalls 1
Electrical System:wiring
What's wrong. Triumph Motorcycle America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Street Scrambler and Street Twin motorcycles. The wiring harness may have been misrouted, allowing it to contact the lower lug on main frame headstock.
Risk. Contact between the harness and the headstock lug can damage the wire and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will apply a new VIN label protector to prevent wiring harness damage, and, as necessary, damaged wiring harnesses will be repaired or replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-800-232-3780. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 584.
2019 Triumph Street Scrambler recalls 1
Electrical System:wiring
What's wrong. Triumph Motorcycle America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Street Scrambler and Street Twin motorcycles. The wiring harness may have been misrouted, allowing it to contact the lower lug on main frame headstock.
Risk. Contact between the harness and the headstock lug can damage the wire and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will apply a new VIN label protector to prevent wiring harness damage, and, as necessary, damaged wiring harnesses will be repaired or replaced, free of charge. The recall began August 28, 2020. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-800-232-3780. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN 584.
2017 Triumph Street Scrambler recalls 1
Electrical System:wiring
What's wrong. Triumph Motorcycles America, LTD (Triumph) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Bonneville T120 and Bonneville T120 Black, 2017-2019 Bonneville T100 and T100 Black, 2017-2018 Street Cup and Street Scrambler, and 2016-2018 Street Twin motorcycles. The clutch cable may contact the main harness cover and cause damage to wiring within the main harness. This may lead to a loss of electrical power to various electrical circuits.
Risk. Loss of electrical power may cause the headlight or indicator lighting to malfunction or the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. Triumph will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original securing guide for the clutch cable and main harness with an updated one, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2019. Owners may contact Triumph customer service at 1-678-854-2010. Triumph's number for this recall is SRAN560.
Best and worst years for the Triumph Street Scrambler
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 7 tracked years, the worst years are 2018, 2023, 2022 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2017, 2019, 2020.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Street Scrambler | — | Best | |
| 2018 Street Scrambler | Service Brakes | Avoid | |
| 2019 Street Scrambler | — | Best | |
| 2020 Street Scrambler | — | Best | |
| 2021 Street Scrambler | — | Average | |
| 2022 Street Scrambler | — | Avoid | |
| 2023 Street Scrambler | — | Avoid |
What are the most common Triumph Street Scrambler problems?
The most-reported Triumph Street Scrambler problems are Service Brakes (1 reports) — out of 1 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Service Brakes 1 Read
My front brake is very spongy. I can pull the lever all the way to the bar and the bike will slow, but not nearly enough for hard braking or an emergency situation. Yes, it is available for inspection. My safety, and my passengers safety is at risk from not being able to stop in an appropriate amount of time or distance. Yes, it has been confirmed. We have tried bleeding the brakes on 2 occasions. Both times an ABS bleed and manual bleed was performed. No lamps or other symptoms have been observed, the issue has been present since I have owned the bike.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Triumph Street Scrambler specifications & dimensions
The 2023 Triumph Street Scrambler. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Triumph Street Scrambler window sticker.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Triumph Street Scrambler cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Street Scrambler holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Triumph Street Scrambler tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Triumph Street Scrambler get?
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What engines does the Triumph Street Scrambler have? Power & range
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How much does a Triumph Street Scrambler cost to own?
A Triumph Street Scrambler depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Check what a used Street Scrambler is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | $24,000 | −$6,000 |
| Year 2 | 70% | $21,000 | −$9,000 |
| Year 3 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 4 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 5 | 46% | $13,800 | −$16,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Street Scrambler loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Street Scrambler ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Triumph Street Scrambler safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Street Scrambler yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Triumph Street Scrambler last?
A well-maintained Triumph Street Scrambler typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Triumph Street Scrambler’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Street Scrambler’s VIN free →All Triumph Street Scrambler model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Triumph Street Scrambler — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Street Scrambler | 0 | — | — |
| 2022 Street Scrambler | 2 recalls | — | — |
| 2021 Street Scrambler | 0 | — | — |
| 2020 Street Scrambler | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2019 Street Scrambler | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2018 Street Scrambler | 0 | — | — |
| 2017 Street Scrambler | 1 recall | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Street Scrambler?
By owner-complaint volume, 2018, 2023, 2022 drew the most reports. 2017, 2019, 2020 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Street Scrambler have?
5 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2017–2023. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a Street Scrambler last?
A well-maintained Street Scrambler typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Street Scrambler reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Street Scrambler is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Triumph Street Scrambler warranty?
New Triumph models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Triumph dealer.
Where is the Triumph Street Scrambler made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Street Scrambler's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Triumph may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Street Scrambler have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.