Yamaha WR250R Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha WR250R, across 9 model years (2008–2016). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Yamaha WR250R years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No WR250R model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 WR250R: 3 complaints, 1 recall
- 2013 WR250R: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 WR250R problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
All Yamaha WR250R model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 WR250R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 WR250R | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2014 WR250R | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2013 WR250R | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2012 WR250R | 3 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2011 WR250R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 WR250R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 WR250R | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 WR250R | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha WR250R years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (3), 2013 (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 WR250R?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha WR250R have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.