2023 Yamaha MT-09 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other MT-09 years
- Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Yamaha MT-09. That is the most of any MT-09 model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2023 Yamaha MT-09 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 | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | 4,800 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2023 Yamaha MT-09 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Vehicle speed control:throttle:throttle position sensor (tps); engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software
Problem: Pure Sports Distributing Inc. (Yamaha of Hawaii) is recalling certain 2022 MT-09 Tracer GT, 2021-2025 MT-09 SP, 2021-2025 MT-09, 2022-2023 and 2025 MT-10 SP, 2022-2024 MT-10 and 2022-2024 XSR900 motorcycles. The brushes inside the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) may slide excessively due to improper ECU programming, possibly causing unstable idling or an engine stall.
Risk: Unstable idling or an engine stall can lead to loss of control of the motorcycle, increasing the risk of an injury or crash.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the engine control unit (ECU) software and replace the TPS, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2025. Owners may contact Yamaha of Hawaii customer service at 1-808-498-8248.
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 2023 Yamaha MT-09. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the contact noticed a crack on the frame of the motorcycle. The contact stated that there was no impact to the frame to have caused the crack. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent…
Check engine light keep coming on. Code reader reads P2135 code, which is a TPS output voltage deviation error. A/B throttle/peddle
The front brake lever brake light switch is supposed to illuminate the brake light just before braking is applied (according to manufacturerâs manual). I realized when I was sitting on the motorcycle in my driveway, with the front brake holding the motorcycle, that the brake light wasnât…
Other Yamaha MT-09 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 MT-09 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 MT-09 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 MT-09 | 1 | 2 |
| 2021 MT-09 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Yamaha MT-09?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2023 Yamaha MT-09?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2023 Yamaha MT-09 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other MT-09 model years, the 2023 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.