Yamaha Bolt Problems by Year
NHTSA has 86 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha Bolt, across 2 model years (2014–2015). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (82). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Yamaha Bolt years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Bolt model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Yamaha Bolt problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 57 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Yamaha Bolt problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2014: electrical system (56)
All Yamaha Bolt model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Bolt | 4 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2014 Bolt | 82 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha Bolt years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (82), 2015 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Yamaha Bolt?
Electrical System, with 57 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha Bolt have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.