Yamaha XV16 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha XV16, across 3 model years (2001–2003). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Yamaha XV16 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No XV16 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
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 XV16 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 12 | 3 | 0 |
All Yamaha XV16 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 XV16 | 4 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2002 XV16 | 7 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2001 XV16 | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha XV16 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (7), 2003 (4), 2001 (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 XV16?
Power Train, with 12 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha XV16 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.