Yamaha XV1900 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 35 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha XV1900, across 11 model years (2006–2021). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Yamaha XV1900 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XV1900 year: 2006. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 XV1900: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2018 XV1900: 5 complaints, 1 recall
- 2007 XV1900: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2011 XV1900: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2012 XV1900: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2020 XV1900: 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 XV1900 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 16 | 5 | 0 |
| Engine | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Yamaha XV1900 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 XV1900 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2020 XV1900 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2019 XV1900 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2018 XV1900 | 5 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2012 XV1900 | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2011 XV1900 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 2010 XV1900 | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2009 XV1900 | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 XV1900 | 4 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2007 XV1900 | 5 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2006 XV1900 | 11 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha XV1900 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2006 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XV1900 year. 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 XV1900?
Power Train, with 16 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha XV1900 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.