Yamaha FZ09 Problems by Year
Yamaha FZ09 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical FZ09 year: 2014, 2015. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 FZ09: 12 complaints, 1 recall
- 2015 FZ09: 10 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2017 FZ09: 3 complaints, 1 recall
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 FZ09 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha FZ09 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 FZ09 | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2017 FZ09 | 3 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2016 FZ09 | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2015 FZ09 | 10 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2014 FZ09 | 12 | 1 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha FZ09 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2014 (12), 2015 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical FZ09 year. 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 FZ09?
Power Train, with 11 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha FZ09 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.