2016 Yamaha YZFR1S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 29, 2017 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other YZFR1S years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 Yamaha YZFR1S. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,900 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 2016 Yamaha YZFR1S problems

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

Power Train1 · ~1,900 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%1,900——

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

2016 Yamaha YZFR1S recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2016 Yamaha YZFR1S.

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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.

Tl* the contact owned a 2016 yamaha yzfr1s (na). While driving 30 mph, the gear control and shift lever failed to respond without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a pole and fence. The vehicle was destroyed and towed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a right shaft…

Power Train · received Mar 29, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10969288

Other Yamaha YZFR1S years

YearComplaintsRecalls
201610

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Yamaha YZFR1S?

Owners most often report power train problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2016 Yamaha YZFR1S?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2016 Yamaha YZFR1S a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZFR1S model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.