2003 Yamaha VMX12 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 5, 2018 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VMX12 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Yamaha VMX12. That is the most of any VMX12 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 76,000 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 2003 Yamaha VMX12 problems

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

Engine1 · ~76,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%76,000——

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

2003 Yamaha VMX12 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Yamaha VMX12.

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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 was riding the motorcycle on sunset blvd around 5 pm during traffic when suddenly the engine started breaking so hard, i pulled the clutch and costed to the side of the road, had to call aaa to tow the bike, i tried to start the bike but found out that the engine has seized, this is a problem…

Engine · received Sep 5, 2018 · NHTSA complaint 11124456

Other Yamaha VMX12 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 VMX1210
200310
1997 VMX1210

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Yamaha VMX12?

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

Was there a recall on the 2003 Yamaha VMX12?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Yamaha VMX12 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VMX12 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.