Yamaha XVS1100 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 14, 2023 · 45 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 45 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha XVS1100, across 8 model years (1999–2006). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (15). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Peak: 2006, with 15 complaints
1999: 1199912000: 6200062001: 7200172002: 3200232003: 2200322004: 1200412005: 102005102006: 15200615

n = 45 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Yamaha XVS1100 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS1100 year: 2005, 2006. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2006 XVS1100: 15 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2005 XVS1100: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2001 XVS1100: 7 complaints, 0 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 1999 XVS1100: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2004 XVS1100: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  3. 2003 XVS1100: 2 complaints, 0 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 XVS1100 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train2971
Electrical System1260
Engine521
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Equipment111
Seats110
Suspension110

All Yamaha XVS1100 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2006 XVS1100150—Power TrainFar more complaints than other years
2005 XVS1100100—Power TrainFar more complaints than other years
2004 XVS110010—Electrical System
2003 XVS110020—Power Train
2002 XVS110030—Power Train
2001 XVS110070—Electrical System
2000 XVS110060—Electrical System
1999 XVS110010—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Yamaha XVS1100 years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2005 (10), 2006 (15) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS1100 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 XVS1100?

Power Train, with 29 complaints across 7 model years.

How many recalls does the Yamaha XVS1100 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.