2006 Yamaha XVS11 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XVS11 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Yamaha XVS11. That ranks 3rd out of 13 XVS11 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (3 complaints, 75%), typically at around 17,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Yamaha XVS11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 | 75% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 50% | 21,250 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 8,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Yamaha XVS11 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Yamaha XVS11.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 yamaha xvs11vr motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at approximately 65 mph, there was an abnormal noise that came from the rear of the motorcycle and the engine. The motorcycle was driven to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the rear drive shaft bolt…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 yamaha xvs11. While driving approximately 30 to 35 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a loose nut in the mid-drive. The failure recurred numerous times. The…
While riding down the shoreline at low speeds, my wife and i noticed a whining type noise happening just while the bike was decelerating. I brought the bike home and a friend of mine who used to work for a yamaha dealership told me since i had to replace the back tire anyway i should also lubricate…
2006 yahama v-star 1100, while downshifting you hear a whining noise on the middle shaft gear, the speedometer also stopped working, took it to the dealership and they said it was a very common problem on this model bike, they need to take the entire engine apart and replace the bolt that broke off…
Other Yamaha XVS11 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 XVS11 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 XVS11 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 XVS11 | 9 | 2 |
| 2004 XVS11 | 1 | 2 |
| 2003 XVS11 | 3 | 2 |
| 2002 XVS11 | 13 | 2 |
| 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
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Yamaha XVS11?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Yamaha XVS11?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2006 Yamaha XVS11 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XVS11 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.