2002 Yamaha XV16 recalls and problems

The 2002 Yamaha XV16 has 1 safety recall and 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2002 Yamaha XV16 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2002 Yamaha XV16 recalls

Recall 03V-309: Power Train

Reported Aug 26, 2003 · 29,139 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: In the transmission on certain motorcycles, the second/third pinion gear may be incorrectly machined which could cause abnormal wear that eventually results in a broken retainer circlip.

Risk: If the circlip breaks, the transmission could lock up, which would also cause the rear wheel to lock up. This could result in loss of control and a crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Yamaha will replace the transmission gears and shafts with new ones. Owner notification began on september 9, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha or visit their website at www.yamaha-motor.com.

2002 Yamaha XV16 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	7

Most reported parts

Power Train › Manual Transmission — 6
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 3,500 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 2002 Yamaha XV16 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Apr 15, 2004

Consumer's client unable to ride motorcycle due to lack of availability of recall parts. The consumer has been unable to ride the motorcycle because it is at the dealer awaiting the recall manual transmission parts. The consume request a refund of the purchase price, dealer prep charges, extended warranty etc.

Power Train · reported Mar 30, 2004

Dealership is unable to perform transmission recall 03v309000 repairs because the parts were not been available for over 2 months. Could not drive the motorcycle.

Power Train · reported Mar 9, 2004

Consumer received NHTSA recall# 03v309000 concerning transmission failure in january 2004. Consumer contacted the local dealer, who did not have the parts. Dealer was contacted on 3/9/2004, and still did not have the parts.

Power Train · at 11,478 miles · reported Feb 26, 2004

The bike had a broken retaining circlip which can cause the rear wheel to lock up. This can cause a crash. This vehicle is on re-call but the parts are not available. The dealership is not scheduling repairs until parts are available and will not notify consumers.

Power Train · at 3,200 miles · reported Jan 26, 2004

The consumer contacted the dealer concerning a recall for a motorcycle. The dealer informed the consumer that parts for the cycle are not available. The dealer also informed the consumer that the cycles that were bough at his dealership will get their cycles repaired first. The dealer set an appointment which is five weeks away. Yamaha recall no.# vpo2e, transmission.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Yamaha XV16 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Yamaha XV16: 03V-309 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 Yamaha XV16?

Owners report power train problems most often (7 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 3,500 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.