Yamaha Yzf-r6 2005-2010
Model Yzf-r6 made by Yamaha got 1 consumer complain there are 2 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference to fuel system, other. . Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic.
Car model
| Name | Recalls | Bulletins | Consumer Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Yzf-r6 2005 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Yamaha Yzf-r6 2006 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Yamaha Yzf-r6 2007 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Yamaha Yzf-r6 2008 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Yamaha Yzf-r6 2009 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Yamaha Yzf-r6 2010 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Model 2005
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V365000 | YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA | from 08/01/2005 to 03/31/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 54000 | 08/12/2010 | MFR | YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA | 08/05/2010 | 08/06/2010 | 571 | 108 | |||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E035000 | CONSTRUCTORS RACING GROUP, LLC | E (Equipment) | 1611 | 05/22/2006 | MFR | YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA | 05/02/2006 | 05/02/2006 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain crg front brake levers, model rb-511 designed for use on 2004-2006 yamaha yzf-r1 motorcycles, and 2005-2006 yamaha yzf-r6 motorcycles. model rb-512 is designed for use on 2003-2006 ducati 749 and 999 motorcycles, and on 2004-2006 aprilia mille r motorcycles. due to a misalignment of the pivot bore, the brake lever could become seized in the brake engaged position, thereby preventing the front brake from disengaging. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | A non-release condition could cause drag on the front brake system, which could possibly result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Crg will notify owners and replace the rocker for the front lever free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during may 2006. owners may concact crg at 831-763-7811. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket crg front brake levers and has no relation to any original equipment installed on motorcycles manufactured by yamaha, ducati, or aprilia.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| TB-M2009-008 | 05/07/2009 | 10030233 | Yamaha motorcycle: hard to start when cold, erratic, or won't idle. a possible cause is insufficient valve clearance. effects all yzf-r6v/w/x models and yzf-r1/r6 models. no model years listed. *pe | 08/27/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - DELIVERY | |||
| 02/09/2008 | 3500 | 8 | 11/15/2005 |
| 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 issue. some say it is a faulty tps. *tr | |||