2004 Yamaha XVS1100 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 19, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XVS1100 years
Not enough data 7th of 8 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2004 Yamaha XVS1100. That ranks 7th out of 8 XVS1100 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 52,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 Yamaha XVS1100 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~52,000 mi
Power Train1 · ~52,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%52,000——
Power Train1100%52,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2004 Yamaha XVS1100 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 Yamaha XVS1100.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

I have a 2004 vstar 1100 custom (xvs11000) with 52,000 miles. I started hearing a whining noise coming from the transmission when i would down shift (similar sound you hear when backing up in a manual transmission car). Soon after the noise started the speedometer quit working. Just as i was…

Power Train · received Apr 19, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10583615

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Yamaha XVS1100?

Owners most often report electrical system, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Yamaha XVS1100?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 Yamaha XVS1100 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XVS1100 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.