1999 Yamaha YZFR6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZFR6 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Yamaha YZFR6. That ranks 3rd out of 14 YZFR6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 33%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Yamaha YZFR6 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 | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | 33,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 33% | 16,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Yamaha YZFR6 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Unknown or other
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The screws holding the sidestand switch can loosen and fall out due to engine heat and vibration. If this happens, the sidestand switch would not function correctly, so it would be possible to ride the motorcycle with the sidestand in the down position.
Risk: This condition would increase the risk that the sidestand could hit the ground during a turn, which could cause loss of control of the motorcycle.
Fix: Dealers will replace the screws holding the sidestand switch.
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.
2nd gear transmission problems. *tr
Rear rim on a yamaha 1999 r6 cracked in 3 places resulting in a crash the bike is totaled and i ended up with road rash. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 yamaha yzfr6. The contact stated that there is a crack that runs from the left side to underneath the vehicle's frame. The mechanic stated that this was caused by a stress fracture which is a manufacturer defect. The mechanic also stated that the vehicle should not be…
Other Yamaha YZFR6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 YZFR6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 YZFR6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 YZFR6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 YZFR6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 YZFR6 | 5 | 2 |
| 2005 YZFR6 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 YZFR6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 YZFR6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 YZFR6 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 YZFR6 | 28 | 0 |
| 2000 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Yamaha YZFR6?
Owners most often report power train, structure, wheels problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Yamaha YZFR6?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1999 Yamaha YZFR6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZFR6 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.