There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner, but owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Yamaha Stratoliner problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 14 | |
| Engine | 6 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 33,125 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 34,000 miles · reported May 11, 2018
Engine stall when I stop in traffic after bike gets warm. Does not do it all the time. To service tech. Twice, still does it. Has stalled leaving me in harms way. Thank goodness other driver was paying attention. Has happened over a period of 18 months or longer.
Power Train · at 30,000 miles · reported Sep 13, 2016
I was driving along on my yamaha shifting through the gears and 3rd gear started making a rattling noise. Only third gear and speeding up or slowing down.
Power Train · at 49,000 miles · reported Jul 8, 2016
3rd gear, loud whining sounds coming from transmission area while in 3rd gear between 30 and 40 MPH. Yamaha has changed their 3rd gear design and changed their replacement part number, yet has not recalled and repaired our bikes that have the old design. Is this a cover up by the manufacturer off a well known condition that can cause the transmission to lock up and the rider loosing control causing serious injury and or death? Please don't let this happen to me and my family.
Fuel/Propulsion System · at 49,000 miles · reported Jul 8, 2016
Extreme jerking and stalling of the engine at hwy speeds in a congested area causing extreme worry about being hit from behind or being tossed off and trashed on I-40 causing serious injury or death. During the mechanical inspection it was discovered that the fuel pump's plastic housing has a flaw, there is a cold mold line in the pressure vessel. There is a long area of the housing that is visibly flawed; an excessively thin wall section that is a result of a molding processes inability to maintain proper mold flow at the proper temp to assure a completely solid pressure vessel. This flaw has…
Power Train · at 20,000 miles · reported Feb 13, 2016
The transmission's third gear is failing(Grinding noise when in motion) usually starts from 20 to 50 k miles .I contacted yamaha and they claim no knowledge of any problem. That statement is a total lie as they have even created a replacement part for the problem gear , 3rd pinion, p/n 99999-03864-00 (Replaces 1d7-17131-01-00) the original gear was not properly heat treated = cause failure .this problem can cause drive train lockup and crashes leading to fatalities. As long as yamaha can get people to pay for this defect.( I.e. No recall ) they will continue to endanger lives and cause…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Yamaha Stratoliner?
Owners report power train problems most often (14 reports), followed by engine (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 33,125 miles.
Are Yamaha recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Yamaha dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.