Yamaha XVS650 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 41 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha XVS650, across 8 model years (1998–2010). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (13). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Yamaha XVS650 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS650 year: 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 XVS650: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2001 XVS650: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 XVS650: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2009 XVS650: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2010 XVS650: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1998 XVS650: 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 XVS650 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 25 | 7 | 1 |
| Wheels | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha XVS650 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 XVS650 | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2009 XVS650 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2005 XVS650 | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2002 XVS650 | 13 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 XVS650 | 8 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2000 XVS650 | 8 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 XVS650 | 4 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 XVS650 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha XVS650 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2002 (13) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS650 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 XVS650?
Power Train, with 25 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha XVS650 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.