Yamaha YW50 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 21, 2016 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha YW50, across 2 model years (2011–2012). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.

Peak: 2011, with 1 complaints
2011: 1201112012: 120121

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Yamaha YW50 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No YW50 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2012 YW50: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 2011 YW50: 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 YW50 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Fuel/propulsion System110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110

All Yamaha YW50 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2012 YW5010—Fuel/propulsion System
2011 YW5010—Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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Frequently asked questions

Which Yamaha YW50 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (1), 2011 (1). 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 YW50?

Fuel/propulsion System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Yamaha YW50 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.