2005 Yamaha XVS650 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XVS650 years
- Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Yamaha XVS650. That ranks 4th out of 8 XVS650 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (4 complaints, 100%), typically at around 16,250 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Yamaha XVS650 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 | 4 | 100% | 16,250 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Yamaha XVS650 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Yamaha XVS650.
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.
Final drive flaw caused final drive oil sprayed onto rear tire and under fender which caused a safety hazard. I am not sure of the exact moment it happened, however it was discovered after riding about 30 miles, and then parking the bike.
The bearing in the final drive shaft had to be replaced. When the mechanic took apart the housing and removed the retaining nut to get to the bearing. The bearing was completely torn apart and most of the bearings were missing. When the differential oil was replaced we found out where the metal…
I was at the beginning of my trip traveling at approximately 20mph when my final gear drive started making noise. It was clinking and the bike began to lurch and slip' like the transmission was going out. Fortunately i was not far from my home, as i had to push my bike all the way back. I have had…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 yamaha xvs650 v star. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the rpms increased excessively before the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that after inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the final drive was worn out and needed to be replaced. The…
Other Yamaha XVS650 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 XVS650 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 XVS650 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 XVS650 | 13 | 0 |
| 2001 XVS650 | 8 | 0 |
| 2000 XVS650 | 8 | 0 |
| 1999 XVS650 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 XVS650 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Yamaha XVS650?
Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Yamaha XVS650?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 Yamaha XVS650 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XVS650 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.