2003 Yamaha XVS11 recalls and problems

The 2003 Yamaha XVS11 has 2 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Yamaha XVS11 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Yamaha XVS11 recalls

Recall 05V-256: Seats

Reported Jun 1, 2005 · 46,000 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: On certain motorcyles, the original replacement mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could break if the mounting hardware is over tightened.

Risk: If the hardware breaks, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. The passenger could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.

Fix: Owners may already have received a letter from yamaha dated march 3, 2005, about this defect. In order to provide an improved remedy to the repair of the previous recall, yamaha is recalling certain motorcycles again. Dealers will replace the hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender with components of a different type that will not allow the seat to fall off. The recall began on june 15, 2005. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha.

Recall 05V-067: Seats

Reported Mar 3, 2005 · 179,042 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: On certain motorcycles, the mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could loosen due to the passenger's weight shifting on the seat.

Risk: If the mounting hardware becomes loose enough to fall off, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. A passenger on the motorcycle could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat's mounting hardware free of charge. The recall began on march 4, 2005. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-227-5963.

2003 Yamaha XVS11 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train2
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Driveline — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 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 2003 Yamaha XVS11 complaints

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

Power Train · at 50,000 miles · reported Sep 16, 2016
The contact owns a 2003 yamaha xvs11ar-s. While driving various speeds, the vehicle vibrated violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the nut sheared off of the mid shaft and the shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.
Unknown or Other · at 16,000 miles · reported Aug 11, 2011
I was riding down I-25 north getting off onto the I-70 west exit. I was going to my mechanic because I heard a "metal bouncing around" noise in the back of my bike. When I got onto the exit my tire locked up and I skid to the side where my bike went down. After I got to my mechanic we took the back apart and found out my middle drive shaft broke. As I was looking for parts I was informed that it is a manufacture defect. I need this investigated. It will cost me $3250 to fix the bike.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Yamaha XVS11 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 Yamaha XVS11: 05V-256 (seats), 05V-067 (seats). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Yamaha XVS11?

Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by unknown or other (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 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.