Yamaha VMX12 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha VMX12, across 3 model years (1997–2007). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Yamaha VMX12 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VMX12 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 VMX12: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2003 VMX12: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1997 VMX12: 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 VMX12 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Yamaha VMX12 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 VMX12 | 1 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2003 VMX12 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 1997 VMX12 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha VMX12 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (1), 2003 (1), 1997 (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 VMX12?
Suspension, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha VMX12 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.