2008 Yamaha FJR1300 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FJR1300 years
- Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300. That ranks 3rd out of 19 FJR1300 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (5 complaints, 38%), typically at around 14,097 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Yamaha FJR1300 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 38% | 14,097 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 15% | 150 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8% | 5 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 8% | 200 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 8% | 700 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 8% | 12,045 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 8% | 500 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 8% | 3 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 8% | 2,900 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring
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:switch
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.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2008 YAMAHA FJR13AXB. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number:11V338000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…
The rear brake (foot pedal) continually loses pressure, while the front brake remains in good operating order / with good pressure. Once pressure is lost, the foot pedal feels mushy, resulting in no braking power; pumping the foot pedal repeatedly may engage the brake, but only slightly. I've taken…
I went to start the bike and nothing happen. Everything was in good standing. I think the ground harness is not working properly or not design properly. *tr
Brand new bridgestone front motorcycle tire size 120/70 zr 17. Brand battlax bt-021. Motorcycle bought new from dealer with standard issued tires in august 2010. Front tire worn so badly at 2900 miles had to replace it. Replaced by dealer with same exact new bridgestone tire. That tire has 4300…
This has been a problem since my motorcycle has been new. When i stop my motorcycle in 2nd gear, it will not shift into 1st gear unless i rock it a little after stopped. It will go into neutral, but not into 1st gear. This is extremely dangerous, especially if on a steep hill. I have reported it to…
Other Yamaha FJR1300 years
← 2007 FJR1300 · 2009 FJR1300 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 FJR1300 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 FJR1300 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 FJR1300 | 0 | 3 |
| 2018 FJR1300 | 2 | 3 |
| 2017 FJR1300 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 FJR1300 | 4 | 3 |
| 2015 FJR1300 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 FJR1300 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 FJR1300 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 FJR1300 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 FJR1300 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010 FJR1300 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 FJR1300 | 9 | 2 |
| 2008 | 13 | 2 |
| 2007 FJR1300 | 69 | 2 |
| 2006 FJR1300 | 0 | 2 |
| 2005 FJR1300 | 17 | 2 |
| 2004 FJR1300 | 7 | 1 |
| 2003 FJR1300 | 7 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Yamaha FJR1300?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 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 2008 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.