2006 Yamaha FJR1300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 28, 2011 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FJR1300 years
Not enough data 15th of 19 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300 so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

Yamaha FJR1300
Yamaha FJR 1300 AS. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: ja:User:↑PON, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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2006 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls (2)

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Electrical system:wiringJun 27, 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V338000 · 9,850 vehicles

Problem: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 fjr1300 motorcycles manufactured from february 2006, through march 2009. The ground joint connector of the wire harness could overheat and become deformed, possibly causing an intermittent ground wire connection. If the electrical system is not properly grounded, the ignition system and/or other electrical components could malfunction, which could cause the engine to stall.

Risk: If the motorcycle stalls while being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Yamaha dealers will install an additional wire sub-lead or, if the ground joint connector has already been damaged from overheating, dealers will install a new main wire harness. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on july 8, 2011. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

Electrical system:ignition:switchJan 8, 2009 · NHTSA campaign 09V002000 · 9,325 vehicles

Problem: Yamaha is recalling 9,300 my 2006-2009 fjr1300 motorcycles. The internal switch wiring could become disconnected. If this occurs electrical current flow will be stopped and the engine could stall.

Risk: If the engine stalls, the operator may be unable to start or restart the engine increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before january 16, 2009. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2006 Yamaha FJR1300 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FJR1300 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.