2003 Yamaha XV1700 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XV1700 years
- Not enough data 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 Yamaha XV1700. That ranks 4th out of 6 XV1700 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 40,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Yamaha XV1700 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% | 40,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2003 Yamaha XV1700 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: On certain road star warrior motorcycles, the lead wires for the pick-up coil can break while the engine is running, causing the engine to stall and be impossible to restart.
Risk: If this occurs while the motorcycle is being ridden, a vehicle crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will replace the pick-up coil. The recall began on march 2, 2007. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-227-5963.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed throttle position sensor could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the engine is at idling speed when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operations. The engine could stall as a result.
Risk: If the engine stalls after the operator disengages the clutch in a low gear while riding, the rear tire might slip momentarily if the operator abruptly re-engages the clutch. This could result in a crash with injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. The recall began on october 16, 2006. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-888-88-yamaha.
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.
Bike would miss at certain rpm's(3200) usually on upshift thru the gears..then at interstate speeds (82-84 mph in 5th gear)it would continually miss. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor(the old sensor has two wires and one wire was broken just short of the solder joint on the sensor)the…
Other Yamaha XV1700 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 XV1700 | 17 | 1 |
| 2006 XV1700 | 21 | 1 |
| 2005 XV1700 | 18 | 2 |
| 2004 XV1700 | 0 | 2 |
| 2003 | 1 | 2 |
| 2002 XV1700 | 1 | 2 |
See all Yamaha XV1700 problems by year, every Yamaha model, or the VIN decoder.
Similar Yamaha models
Embed this 2003 Yamaha XV1700 badge on your site
Copy this code into your blog or forum post. It shows live complaint and recall counts and links back here.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Yamaha XV1700?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Yamaha XV1700?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Yamaha XV1700 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XV1700 model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.