Yamaha FZ8 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha FZ8, across 3 model years (2011–2013). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Yamaha FZ8 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No FZ8 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 FZ8 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha FZ8 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 FZ8 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2012 FZ8 | 2 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2011 FZ8 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha FZ8 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (2), 2013 (1), 2011 (1). 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 FZ8?
Suspension, with 3 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha FZ8 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.