2005 Yamaha YZF-R6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZF-R6 years
- Not enough data 6th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Yamaha YZF-R6. That ranks 6th out of 14 YZF-R6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, other (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 3,500 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Yamaha YZF-R6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 50% | 3,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 5 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Yamaha YZF-R6 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting
Problem: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 yzf-r6 motorcycles manufactured from august 2005 through march 2010. The motorcycle's front side reflector was not placed at the proper height which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: Visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on august 12, 2010. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
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 in motion on my 2005 yamaha yzf-r6 and heard rattling sound like something was loose. When i removed the front sprocket cover the nut was barely holding on to the threads.
While riding my motorcycle (2005 yamaha r6) the idle would often go so low and stall. This has happened several time on local streets as well as highways. This has caused several traffic jams and potential accidents. I have read alot of online blogs where other people were also having the same…
Other Yamaha YZF-R6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 YZF-R6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 YZF-R6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 YZF-R6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 YZF-R6 | 1 | 1 |
| 2008 YZF-R6 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 YZF-R6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 YZF-R6 | 5 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 | 1 |
| 2004 YZF-R6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 YZF-R6 | 2 | 0 |
| 2002 YZF-R6 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 YZF-R6 | 28 | 0 |
| 2000 YZF-R6 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 YZF-R6 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Yamaha YZF-R6?
Owners most often report fuel system, other, power train problems. The top one, fuel system, other, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Yamaha YZF-R6?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Yamaha YZF-R6 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other YZF-R6 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.