2009 Yamaha YZFR1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZFR1 years
- Not enough data 8th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Yamaha YZFR1. That ranks 8th out of 17 YZFR1 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 270 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Yamaha YZFR1 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 50% | 270 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 50% | 3,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2009 Yamaha YZFR1 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 YZFR1 motorcycles manufactured October 2008 through August 2013 and 2012-2013 XTZ12 motorcycles manufactured October 2011 through August 2013. In the affected motorcycles, use of the headlight may generate enough heat to cause the bulb connections to expand, resulting in arcing in the headlight bulb socket which could cause the socket to overheat, melt and cause the headlight to malfunction.
Risk: A headlight failure reduces the rider's ability to see clearly and the motorcycle's visibility to oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlight socket, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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 2009 yamaha yzfr1 motorcycle. The contact stated the vehicle would become excessively hot when driving at any speed. The contact stated while driving, it would feel as if his legs were burning. On one occasion, a passenger's rubber sole melted from the heat. The manufacturer…
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 yamaha yzf-r1 motorcycle. The contact stated there was smoke coming from the headlight. The headlight then began melting and the contact video recorded the failure. The dealer was informed of the failure and would not replace the headlight. A complaint was filed with the…
Other Yamaha YZFR1 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 YZFR1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 YZFR1 | 11 | 1 |
| 2013 YZFR1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 YZFR1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 YZFR1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 YZFR1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 YZFR1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 YZFR1 | 90 | 0 |
| 2006 YZFR1 | 10 | 0 |
| 2005 YZFR1 | 9 | 2 |
| 2004 YZFR1 | 37 | 1 |
| 2003 YZFR1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 YZFR1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 YZFR1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 YZFR1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 YZFR1 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Yamaha YZFR1?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Yamaha YZFR1?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2009 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 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.