2005 Yamaha Yzf-R6
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2005 Yamaha Yzf-R6. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 2005 Yamaha Yzf-R6. Newest first.
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 and remedy
Risk
Visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A non-release condition could cause drag on the front brake system, which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
3 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Power train
I was in motion on my 2005 yamaha yzf-r6 and heard rattling sound like something was loose. When I removed the front sprocket cover the nut was barely holding on to the threads.
- Fuel system, other › Delivery
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
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
Dt: the contact owns a 2005 yamaha yzfr6. While riding the bike the cooling fan stays on and it drains the battery. The cooling fan IS only supposed to come on at certain times to cool the bike, but the consumers stays on all the time. The bike has been in the shop for this problem four different times. *nm
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.
- 10058505Yamaha mc: procedural information on shift shaft tips for primary gear driven removal and installation IS being provided. Model yzf-r6. No years listed.
- 10030233Yamaha 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.
- 10019598Drive sprocket retaining nut and lock washer replacement.
Every Yamaha Yzf-R6 model year
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