Yamaha Yamaha 1999
Model Yamaha made in 1999 by Yamaha got 19 consumer complains as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. Technical service bulletines regarding unknown or other.
Model 1999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| M2001015 | 06/20/2001 | 623231 | Information regarding revised motorcycle/scooter paint reference chart - 1999 models. nlm | 10/26/2001 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY | |||
| 08/15/2002 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| The battery is leaking acid. the acid is running out from the battery try and dripping on to the rear shock, swing arm, and chain. i would like to see something done to fix/replace the damaged and malfunctioning parts. this is a problem that a large number of people are having with this bike. something needs to be done to correct it.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| 05/20/1999 | 3 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Yamaha has several problems with this model. please make them fix this and other problems with the roadstar before we have to file a lemon law suit against them. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 03/25/1999 | 30 | 03/01/1999 | |
| I ride the motorcycle until the engine has reached normal operating temperature and then park it and shut off the engine. after a few minutes when i push the starter button gasoline pours from the carburetor onto the hot engine. this continues until i release the starter button. the engine will not start while the gasoline is spilling onto the engine. after letting the motorcycle cool for a few minutes, sometimes it will then start or the gasoline will again pour onto the hot engine. yamaha motor company has acknowledged the this is a problem on this model of motorcycle when ridden in high altitude situations. i have had the problem in colorado, pheonix az, edmonton ab canada, and north carolina. the dealership, under direction from yamaha, has replaced the carburetor and fuel pump. this has not fixed the problem as it reoccured on 02/27/2000. i will continue to work with the dealership and yamaha to get this problem resolved. | |||
| 3 | 05/01/1999 | ||
| Motorcycle began backfiring at about 2000 miles. shawnee cycle sales, which was not the selling dealer, said the carbs had been adjusted previously (apparently by the selling dealer at the 600 mile service. they then attempte a fix, it didn't work and 2 weeks later i took it back. this was the 2nd attempt by shawnee, plus the one adjustment at 600 miles, for a total of 3 adjustments. the motorcycle continue s to backfire. the manufacturer is no help, all they say is take it back to the dealer, the dealer won't even look at it for 6-8 weeks. the mfr claims they have never heard of this, yet many owners have made the same claim. this motorcycle has a 5 year warranty, and they are not standing behind it. | |||
| 1 | 04/21/1999 | ||
| Engine continually makes noise. mjs | |||
| 05/04/1999 | 04/01/1999 | ||
| I have a severe engine knock in my motorcycle. i'm afraid to ride it as i fear the engine may sieze and cause injury. *ak. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 05/14/1999 | 2 | 05/01/1999 | |
| This motorcycle has a severe problem tat has gone unrepaired by the manufacturer for 2 years now. the first problem is severe backfiring upon decelleration. not a typical pop but a loud boom that will actually startle the rider and passenger. only known solution is to diable the ais system which is part of the federal emissions system. most current problem is sever exhaust or raw gas fumes which are making the rider and passenger very sick. yamaha attempted 4 times and for 19 days to correct the problem but upon being unable to do so, now claim it is normal. this is a dangerous situation which makes using the vehicle dangerous and therefore not possible. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - CARBURETOR SYSTEM | |||
| 03/25/1999 | 30 | 03/01/1999 | |
| I ride the motorcycle until the engine has reached normal operating temperature and then park it and shut off the engine. after a few minutes when i push the starter button gasoline pours from the carburetor onto the hot engine. this continues until i release the starter button. the engine will not start while the gasoline is spilling onto the engine. after letting the motorcycle cool for a few minutes, sometimes it will then start or the gasoline will again pour onto the hot engine. yamaha motor company has acknowledged the this is a problem on this model of motorcycle when ridden in high altitude situations. i have had the problem in colorado, pheonix az, edmonton ab canada, and north carolina. the dealership, under direction from yamaha, has replaced the carburetor and fuel pump. this has not fixed the problem as it reoccured on 02/27/2000. i will continue to work with the dealership and yamaha to get this problem resolved. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||
| 03/25/1999 | 30 | 03/01/1999 | |
| I ride the motorcycle until the engine has reached normal operating temperature and then park it and shut off the engine. after a few minutes when i push the starter button gasoline pours from the carburetor onto the hot engine. this continues until i release the starter button. the engine will not start while the gasoline is spilling onto the engine. after letting the motorcycle cool for a few minutes, sometimes it will then start or the gasoline will again pour onto the hot engine. yamaha motor company has acknowledged the this is a problem on this model of motorcycle when ridden in high altitude situations. i have had the problem in colorado, pheonix az, edmonton ab canada, and north carolina. the dealership, under direction from yamaha, has replaced the carburetor and fuel pump. this has not fixed the problem as it reoccured on 02/27/2000. i will continue to work with the dealership and yamaha to get this problem resolved. | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| 05/19/1999 | 03/25/1999 | ||
| While switching into second gear motorcycle jumped forward and the owner applied brakes, but motorcycle did not stop. owner had to drive up onto a hill in order to make motorcycle stop. dealer has seen the vehicle and can find no problem. consumer thinks that the vehicle is has poor design because the rear brake arm is located over top of the right heel peg instead of under, this results in a tendency to press the brake arem rather than the brake pedal. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 08/26/2001 | |||
| Yamaha, v-star , xvs65al; while driving 35 mph front brake locked up. consumer was thrown from motorcycle. broke right hand, and was bruised badly.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 1 | |||
| There was a recall issued for the speedometer lens, but the dealer refused to pay because the vehicle was no longer under warranty, the consumer stated the speedometer lens assembly was replaced before and was paid by yamaha. the speedometer lens was fogged. mr scc *jb | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY - BUMPERS | |||
| 01/04/1999 | 2 | 01/01/2099 | |
| Rear fender cracked. inoticed when i purchased motorcycle, but never knew it was a bad part until 1/20/2002. i happened onto a list of problems with the motorcycle that yahama had recongonized. i ask the dearlers service dept. to replace it per yahama s bulletin. the service manager contacted yahama and yahamas response was that it was out of the warrentied period. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - REAR | |||
| 05/14/2002 | 3 | 03/01/2099 | |
| Rear end of cycle has been replaced 3 times. on last repair, approx 1/4th of rear wheel's spokes shattered at 65 mph nearly resulting in injury to myself. this is the second time that the bike has had this failure at 65 mph. | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 05/14/1999 | 2 | 05/01/1999 | |
| This motorcycle has a severe problem tat has gone unrepaired by the manufacturer for 2 years now. the first problem is severe backfiring upon decelleration. not a typical pop but a loud boom that will actually startle the rider and passenger. only known solution is to diable the ais system which is part of the federal emissions system. most current problem is sever exhaust or raw gas fumes which are making the rider and passenger very sick. yamaha attempted 4 times and for 19 days to correct the problem but upon being unable to do so, now claim it is normal. this is a dangerous situation which makes using the vehicle dangerous and therefore not possible. | |||
| 1 | 05/27/1999 | ||
| Design of moped only goes 35-40 mph only if pedal full throttle, the speed limit starts at about 45 mph or more which could result in possible accident / other failures. *yc | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 05/10/2002 | 5 | 03/15/1999 | |
| After driving, motorcycle spokes on rear tire are breaking apart. has contacted dealer, mechanic stated problem occurred on wheel, and it was a wear and tear problem.*ak the vehicle was at the dealer five times for regular service. the vehicle's spokes were loose due to poor maintenance at the dealership. *yh | |||
| 05/01/2000 | 1 | 05/15/1999 | |
| Model x650, spokes on rear wheel were coming off. dealer just said to check them every time consumer rides. *ak | |||
| WHEELS - RIM | |||
| 05/25/2001 | 3 | 07/01/1999 | |
| The rear rim is cracked in over three places, near the center of the hub, i was fortunate enough to see the cracks before anything serious happened, i've heard of other sutuations where yamaha rims have failed, and people have gotten injured, i feel this concern need to be address with yamaha and they need to take care of their customers with a new set of rims!*ak (dot number: yes tiresize: 180/55/17) | |||