Yamaha YZFR6 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 52 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Yamaha YZFR6, across 14 model years (1999–2014). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (28). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Yamaha YZFR6 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical YZFR6 year: 2001. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2001 YZFR6: 28 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 YZFR6: 5 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2007 YZFR6: 3 complaints, 1 recall
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2000 YZFR6: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2009 YZFR6: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2013 YZFR6: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Yamaha YZFR6 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 24 | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 14 | 7 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Yamaha YZFR6 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2013 YZFR6 | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 YZFR6 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2008 YZFR6 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 YZFR6 | 3 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2006 YZFR6 | 5 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2005 YZFR6 | 2 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Other | |
| 2004 YZFR6 | 2 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2003 YZFR6 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 YZFR6 | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2001 YZFR6 | 28 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2000 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 YZFR6 | 3 | 1 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Yamaha YZFR6 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2001 (28) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical YZFR6 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Yamaha YZFR6?
Electrical System, with 24 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Yamaha YZFR6 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.