Yamaha XVS11 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 35 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha XVS11, across 13 model years (1996–2008). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Yamaha XVS11 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS11 year: 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 XVS11: 13 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2005 XVS11: 9 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2006 XVS11: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2004 XVS11: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2007 XVS11: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 XVS11: 3 complaints, 2 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 XVS11 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 30 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Yamaha XVS11 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 XVS11 | 3 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2007 XVS11 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2006 XVS11 | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2005 XVS11 | 9 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2004 XVS11 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2003 XVS11 | 3 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2002 XVS11 | 13 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 XVS11 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2000 XVS11 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 1999 XVS11 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 1998 XVS11 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 1997 XVS11 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 1996 XVS11 | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha XVS11 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2002 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS11 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 XVS11?
Power Train, with 30 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha XVS11 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.