2012 Yamaha YW50 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 21, 2016 · 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 2012 Yamaha YW50. That is the most of any YW50 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 5,000 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 2012 Yamaha YW50 problems

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

Fuel/propulsion System1 · ~5,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System1100%5,000——

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

2012 Yamaha YW50 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2012 Yamaha YW50.

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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 yamaha yw50sbl motor scooter. While driving at various speeds, the scooter would suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Jun 21, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10875531

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Yamaha YW50?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2012 Yamaha YW50?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2012 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 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.