2001 Yamaha XVS65 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 31, 2015 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XVS65 years
Not enough data 6th of 13 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2001 Yamaha XVS65. That ranks 6th out of 13 XVS65 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 31,800 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2001 Yamaha XVS65 problems

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

Power Train1 · ~31,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%31,800——

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

2001 Yamaha XVS65 recalls (2)

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Seats:motorcycleJun 1, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V256000 · 46,000 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcyles, the original replacement mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could break if the mounting hardware is over tightened.

Risk: If the hardware breaks, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. The passenger could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.

Fix: Owners may already have received a letter from yamaha dated march 3, 2005, about this defect. In order to provide an improved remedy to the repair of the previous recall, yamaha is recalling certain motorcycles again. Dealers will replace the hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender with components of a different type that will not allow the seat to fall off. The recall began on june 15, 2005. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha.

Seats:motorcycleMar 3, 2005 · NHTSA campaign 05V067000 · 179,042 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could loosen due to the passenger's weight shifting on the seat.

Risk: If the mounting hardware becomes loose enough to fall off, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. A passenger on the motorcycle could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat's mounting hardware free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2005. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-227-5963.

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.

Middle drive and pinion gear failure.

Power Train · received Oct 31, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10787488

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Yamaha XVS65?

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

Was there a recall on the 2001 Yamaha XVS65?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2001 Yamaha XVS65 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XVS65 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.