2002 Yamaha YZFR6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZFR6 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Yamaha YZFR6. That ranks 3rd out of 14 YZFR6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 67%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 67% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | 30,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2002 Yamaha YZFR6 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Yamaha YZFR6.
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.
I was riding on i-95n in ne georgia, at a highway speed of around 110mph, when all of a sudden the output shaft/front sprocket nut decided to come loose and fall off...this caused the sprocket to slip and me to lose all power on the interstate. If that chain had locked up the rear wheel (which it…
Defective battery which leaks. Acid all over swing arm, frame, pegs.*ak
Battery is leaking acid onto motorcycle. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
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 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 YZFR6 | 28 | 0 |
| 2000 YZFR6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 YZFR6 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Yamaha YZFR6?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Yamaha YZFR6?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2002 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 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.