2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZF-R1 years
- Not enough data 12th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1. That ranks 12th out of 17 YZF-R1 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 60 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2020 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 | 100% | 60 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1.
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 2020 YAMAHA YZF-R1M. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE'S BODY HAD HEATED UP, WHILE IDLE AT A RED LIGHT, TO THE POINT WHERE IT CAUSED FIRST DEGREE BURNS TO THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT STATED THEY RECEIVED BURNS TO THEIR INNER LEG AND THIGH AREA, DESPITE, WEARING JEANS…
Other Yamaha YZF-R1 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 YZF-R1 | 11 | 1 |
| 2013 YZF-R1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 YZF-R1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 YZF-R1 | 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 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1?
Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2020 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 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.