Yamaha XVS950 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Yamaha XVS950, across 9 model years (2009–2021). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is steering.
Yamaha XVS950 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS950 year: 2014. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 XVS950: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 XVS950: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2017 XVS950: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2010 XVS950: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2015 XVS950: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2019 XVS950: 1 complaint, 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 XVS950 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Yamaha XVS950 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 XVS950 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 XVS950 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2019 XVS950 | 1 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2017 XVS950 | 3 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2016 XVS950 | 2 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 2015 XVS950 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2014 XVS950 | 10 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 XVS950 | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2009 XVS950 | 5 | 0 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha XVS950 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2014 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical XVS950 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 XVS950?
Steering, with 7 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha XVS950 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.