2005 Yamaha YW50T Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Oct 4, 2005 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

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Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Yamaha YW50T. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (2 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2005 Yamaha YW50T problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline2
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline2100%———

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

2005 Yamaha YW50T recalls (1)

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Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:shoes/liningsOct 1, 2004 · NHTSA campaign 04V475000 · 3,620 vehicles

Problem: On certain motorcycles and scooters, the rear brake shoe material could separate due to improper adhesive curing.

Risk: If such separation occurs during operation, braking ability with the rear wheel will be reduced or lost, which could cause a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear brake shoes. The recall began on october 8, 2004. Owners should contact yamaha at 1-800-889-2624.

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.

Driving 2005 yamaha warrior motorcycle when gas leak and fire occurred, resulting in serious burn injuries. *jb

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Oct 4, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10138478

Motorcylce vapor locking problems with 2005 road star warrior, safety potential for stalling in traffic. This could cause serious injury if run over. *nm

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Aug 10, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10132193

Other Yamaha YW50T years

YearComplaintsRecalls
200521

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Yamaha YW50T?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Yamaha YW50T?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2005 Yamaha YW50T a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YW50T model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.