2011 Yamaha YW50 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 18, 2011 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other YW50 years
Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Yamaha YW50. That is the most of any YW50 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2011 Yamaha YW50 problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~2,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1100%2,000——

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

2011 Yamaha YW50 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Yamaha YW50.

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Recent owner reports

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

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 yamaha yw50 scooter. While the contact was traveling 35 mph a loud squealing noise was heard when the front disc brakes were engaged. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the front disc pad was replaced. The failure persisted after the vehicle was…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Oct 18, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10430604

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Yamaha YW50?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Yamaha YW50?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2011 Yamaha YW50 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YW50 model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.