2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZF-R1 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 2011 Yamaha YZF-R1. That ranks 8th out of 17 YZF-R1 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 560 miles. 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 2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 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 | 1 | 50% | 560 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 8,300 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 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.
Clutch has a grab feeling. While starting to move releasing the clutch causes the motorcycle to jerk when applying throttle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 yamaha yzf r1. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that a rod went through the motor and the vehicle would need a new engine. The manufacturer was notified and…
Other Yamaha YZF-R1 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 YZF-R1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 YZF-R1 | 11 | 1 |
| 2013 YZF-R1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 YZF-R1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 YZF-R1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 YZF-R1 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 YZF-R1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 YZF-R1 | 90 | 0 |
| 2006 YZF-R1 | 10 | 0 |
| 2005 YZF-R1 | 9 | 2 |
| 2004 YZF-R1 | 37 | 1 |
| 2003 YZF-R1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 YZF-R1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 YZF-R1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 YZF-R1 | 2 | 0 |
| 1998 YZF-R1 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Yamaha YZF-R1?
Owners most often report engine, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Yamaha YZF-R1?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Yamaha YZF-R1 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZF-R1 model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.