Yamaha FZ6 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 50 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha FZ6, across 3 model years (2004–2006). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (34). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Yamaha FZ6 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No FZ6 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 FZ6: 34 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2005 FZ6: 14 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 FZ6: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
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 FZ6 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 18 | 2 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 3 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha FZ6 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 FZ6 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 FZ6 | 14 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2004 FZ6 | 34 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha FZ6 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (34), 2005 (14), 2006 (2). 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 FZ6?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 18 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha FZ6 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.