Yamaha R6 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha R6, across 2 model years (2015–2016). The 2016 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Yamaha R6 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R6 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2016 R6: 1 complaint, 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 R6 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha R6 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 R6 | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2015 R6 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha R6 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2016 (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 R6?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Yamaha R6 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.