1996 Yamaha Virago Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 6, 1995 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Virago years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 Yamaha Virago. That is the most of any Virago model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, other (1 complaints, 100%). 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 1996 Yamaha Virago problems

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

Fuel System, Other1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Other1100%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1100%———

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

1996 Yamaha Virago recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Yamaha Virago.

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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.

Rear brake pedal located in front of foot rest and design causing toes to touch brake pedal. Tt

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Mar 6, 1995 · NHTSA complaint 961264

Other Yamaha Virago years

← 1995 Virago

YearComplaintsRecalls
199610
1995 Virago10

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Yamaha Virago?

Owners most often report fuel system, other, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, fuel system, other, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Yamaha Virago?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 Yamaha Virago a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Virago model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.