Yamaha XF50 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 27, 2013 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha XF50, across 2 model years (2007–2008). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.

Peak: 2007, with 5 complaints
2007: 5200752008: 220082

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Yamaha XF50 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No XF50 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2007 XF50: 5 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2008 XF50: 2 complaints, 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 XF50 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel System, Gasoline520
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Fuel/propulsion System110
Steering110

All Yamaha XF50 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2008 XF5020—Fuel System, Gasoline
2007 XF5051—Fuel System, Gasoline

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Frequently asked questions

Which Yamaha XF50 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2007 (5), 2008 (2). 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 XF50?

Fuel System, Gasoline, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Yamaha XF50 have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.