2016 Yamaha XSR900 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XSR900 years
- Not enough data 1st of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Yamaha XSR900. That is the most of any XSR900 model year in the database (6 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,200 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Yamaha XSR900 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 1,200 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Yamaha XSR900 recalls (1)
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Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2017 FJ-09, FZ-09, and XSR900 motorcycles. The lower handlebar holder may loosen due to a painting issue and the inadequate application of the thread-locking agent.
Risk: If the handlebars are not properly secured to the motorcycle, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower handlebar holder, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990114.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Check engine light came on after trying to start the motorcycle. It has remained on. The dealer investigated for a week. No electrical or mechanical problems were identified. The manufacturer diagnostic tool was unable to locate a problem code or clear the check engine light. The dealer opened…
Other Yamaha XSR900 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 XSR900 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 XSR900 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 XSR900 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 XSR900 | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 XSR900 | 0 | 1 |
See all Yamaha XSR900 problems by year, every Yamaha model, or the VIN decoder.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Yamaha XSR900?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Yamaha XSR900?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Yamaha XSR900 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XSR900 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.