1998 Yamaha YZFR1K Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZFR1K years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Yamaha YZFR1K. That is the most of any YZFR1K model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 67%). There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Yamaha YZFR1K 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Yamaha YZFR1K recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. A coolant water hose can come loose at the thermostat housing during operation.
Risk: Steam released could obscure the rider's vision or leaking coolant could make the rear tire slip.
Fix: Dealers will install and properly tighten two new hose clamps.
Power train
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The primary driven gear backing plate (clutch basket) can break causing the engine components to lock up.
Risk: This condition can lead to rear wheel lock up increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will install a new primary driven gear and related parts.
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.
No summary listed for above motorcycle. *ak
Clutch keeps making a rattling noise when starting off, causing a safety hazard.clutch has been replaced 3 times, but defect keeps reoccurring. *ak
Consumer complained of overseas manufacturer. Recall notice concerning wheel hub. Would like to know why recall was not done here. Dealer notified. *ak
Other Yamaha YZFR1K years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 YZFR1K | 0 | 1 |
| 1998 | 3 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Yamaha YZFR1K?
Owners most often report power train, wheels problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Yamaha YZFR1K?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 Yamaha YZFR1K a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZFR1K model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.