1999 Yamaha YZFR1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 4, 2003 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other YZFR1 years
Not enough data 8th of 17 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Yamaha YZFR1. That ranks 8th out of 17 YZFR1 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Yamaha YZFR1
1998 Yamaha YZF-R1 in the Yamaha Communication Plaza.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Rainmaker47, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 1999 Yamaha YZFR1 problems

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

Electrical System1
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%———
Engine and Engine Cooling150%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 1 complaints
2001: 1200112003: 120031

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 Yamaha YZFR1 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Yamaha YZFR1.

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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.

17th march 2002 jason scott tabor on active duty with us army stationed in germany while riding a yamaha yzfr1 motor cycle was involved in a crash. Due to his being listed in very critical condition i flew to germany. I was present several days later when the us army safety officer investigating…

Electrical System · received Dec 4, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10049189

Engine coolant is leaking from side of engine. Dealership examined motorcycle and was unable to locate the problem. However, manufacturer informed dealership the problem was due to a "porous casing," and will be consumers responsibility to have repairs made. *ak the consumer stated that the coolant…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Dec 26, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 8001055

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Yamaha YZFR1?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Yamaha YZFR1?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1999 Yamaha YZFR1 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZFR1 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.