2013 Yamaha FZ8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 18, 2013 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other FZ8 years
Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2013 Yamaha FZ8. That ranks 2nd out of 3 FZ8 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 720 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2013 Yamaha FZ8 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Suspension1 · ~720 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension1100%720——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2013 Yamaha FZ8 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Yamaha FZ8.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I have seen at least 3 failures of the rear shock lower relay arm scraping the lower shock supports & bending then cracking. Mine looks like its starting to rub with only 700mi on the odometer. If you go on the fz8 forum there are photos you can observe. Yamaha should address this problem before…

Suspension · received Sep 18, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10544332

Other Yamaha FZ8 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
201310
2012 FZ820
2011 FZ810

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Yamaha FZ8?

Owners most often report suspension problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Yamaha FZ8?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Yamaha FZ8 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FZ8 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.