2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C) Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 30, 2013 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other YZF-R6R(C) years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C). The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 30,000 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 2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C) problems

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

Power Train2 · ~30,000 mi
Fuel System, Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train2100%30,000——
Fuel System, Other150%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2005, with 1 complaints
2005: 1200512013: 120131

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C) recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C).

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.

Drive sprocket nut came off, which caused the drive sprocket to come off, which caused the chain to come off and destroy the rear driver sprocket and chain. This almost caused a loss of control, luckily the chain did not jam the rear wheel. *tr

Power Train · received Apr 30, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10510109

CURRENTLY THERE IS A STORM OF CONTROVERSY IN THE SPORTRIDER COMMUNITY RELATING TO SAFETY ISSUES WITH 2003 YAMAH R6 MOTRCYCLES. THERE ARE SEVERAL SAFETY CONCERNS, 1. SHIFTING IN SECOND GEAR -PREMATURE GEAR WEAR IN THE TRANSMISSION, 2. MOTORYCLE'S SHUTTING OFF WHILE ENGAGED IN ROLLING STOPS, IN…

Power Train · received May 21, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10121759

Other Yamaha YZF-R6R(C) years

YearComplaintsRecalls
200320

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C)?

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

Was there a recall on the 2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C)?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 Yamaha YZF-R6R(C) a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZF-R6R(C) model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.