2005 Yamaha YP400 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 18, 2013 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other YP400 years
Not enough data 1st of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Yamaha YP400. That is the most of any YP400 model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 12,100 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

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

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Most common 2005 Yamaha YP400 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling3 · ~12,100 mi
Electrical System2 · ~2,410 mi
Engine1 · ~9,600 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling350%12,100——
Electrical System233%2,410——
Engine117%9,600——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 3 complaints
2007: 1200712008: 3200832010: 1201012013: 120131

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2005 Yamaha YP400 recalls (2)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpApr 23, 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V180000 · 9,600 vehicles

Problem: Yamaha is recalling 9,600 my 2006-2007 cp250 and my 2005-2007 yp400 motorcycles. The engine could stall and be difficult to restart because the wire terminals in the fuel pump wire coupler have corroded. Water can enter from the main wire harness end and run through the harness to the fuel pump coupler.

Risk: If the water remains in the coupler for an extended period of time, the terminals can become corroded, which can prevent the fuel pump from operating properly. If this corrosion affects fuel pump operation while the scooter is being ridden, there could be a crash resulting in injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will install a sub-harness which is designed to allow any water between the wire harness and the fuel pump to drain out before it reaches the fuel pump. The dealer will also inspect the connectors. If either the main wire harness connector or the fuel pump connectors is already corroded, the corresponding assembly(ies) will also be replaced. The recall began on may 9, 2008. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pumpMay 24, 2007 · NHTSA campaign 07V219000 · 13,958 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles, a leak at the fuel pump seal may allow fuel leakage.

Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump seal free of charge. The recall began on june 18, 2007. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Motorscooter stalling (PE08018) — opened Mar 18, 2008, closed May 13, 2008, led to recall 08V180000.

Recent owner reports

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

Once engine was warmed up, vehicle stalled at stoplights twice and once when starting to move after a stop (when in an intersection). Other times when stopped. Idle speed dropped below 1400, under which it stalls, and it was difficult to rev the engine to prevent stalling since there is no neutral…

Engine · received Dec 18, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10556583

Engine stalling while moving. *tr

Electrical System · received Apr 26, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10327595

Engine stalls in traffic. *tr

Engine and Engine Cooling · received May 8, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10226991

I had a new 2005 majesty (yamaha) scooter. It would on occasion stall. I had it twice stall while merging onto the freeway. This almost resulted in a crash, but i was able to get to the shoulder and restart the engine. The dealer replaced the ecu and i have not any problems since. *tr

Electrical System · received Apr 10, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10224148

Vehicle stalls when attempting to accelerate normally (typically stalls in intersection). Not frequent. Vehicle restarts normally. Occurs when engine is fully warmed up. *tr

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Apr 7, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10223529

Other Yamaha YP400 years

2006 YP400 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2012 YP40010
2008 YP40010
2007 YP40022
2006 YP40032
200562

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Yamaha YP400?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Yamaha YP400?

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

Was the 2005 Yamaha YP400 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YP400 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.