2009 Yamaha YZFR6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 6, 2010 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other YZFR6 years
Not enough data 9th of 14 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2009 Yamaha YZFR6. That ranks 9th out of 14 YZFR6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,400 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Yamaha YZFR6
Yamaha YZF-R6 2006. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: rritterson, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2009 Yamaha YZFR6 problems

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

Fuel System, Gasoline1 · ~2,400 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel System, Gasoline1100%2,400——

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

2009 Yamaha YZFR6 recalls (1)

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Exterior lightingAug 5, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V365000 · 53,449 vehicles

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.

Fuel pump failed in the middle of a left hand turn at a busy intersection. *tr

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Sep 19, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10284584

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Yamaha YZFR6?

Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2009 Yamaha YZFR6?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2009 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 2009 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.