2011 Yamaha Yzf-R1
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2011 Yamaha Yzf-R1. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 2011 Yamaha Yzf-R1. Newest first.
Yamaha Motor Corporation USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 YZFR1 motorcycles manufactured October 2008 through August 2013 and 2012-2013 XTZ12 motorcycles manufactured October 2011 through August 2013. In the affected motorcycles, use of the headlight may generate enough heat to cause the bulb connections to expand, resulting in arcing…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A headlight failure reduces the rider's ability to see clearly and the motorcycle's visibility to oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will replace the headlight socket, free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Power train
Clutch has a grab feeling. While starting to move releasing the clutch causes the motorcycle to jerk when applying throttle.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2011 yamaha yzf R1. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that a rod went through the motor and the vehicle would need a new engine. The manufacturer was notified and…
TL* the contact owns a 2011 yamaha yzf R1. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnosis and the contact was informed that a rod went through the motor and the vehicle would need a new engine. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle had been abused and offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 560.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10055289Yamaha mc: when looking for technical information, a comprehensive index IS provided regarding technical solutions for various problems.
Every Yamaha Yzf-R1 model year
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