2014 Yamaha YZFR6 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other YZFR6 years
- Not enough data 9th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2014 Yamaha YZFR6. That ranks 9th out of 14 YZFR6 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 4 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 100% | 4 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 100% | 4 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 100% | 4 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2014 Yamaha YZFR6 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Wheels
Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha YZF-R6 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2014, to September 1, 2014. The front and rear wheels of the affected motorcycles may have been manufactured with insufficient hardness.
Risk: If the wheels have insufficient hardness, the wheels may loosen and/or air may leak from around the tire bead. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear wheel and tire assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on October 30, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990088.
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.
While checking out the bike around the block after receipt from the dealer, i decelerated to make the first turn. The throttle stuck, and while leaning over for the turn, the rear wheel powered the motorcycle around and threw me to the pavement and the vehicle into the ditch. Upon crashing and…
Other Yamaha YZFR6 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 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 YZFR6 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Yamaha YZFR6?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Yamaha YZFR6?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 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 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.