2005 Yamaha XVS11 recalls and problems

The 2005 Yamaha XVS11 has 2 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Yamaha XVS11 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 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.

2005 Yamaha XVS11 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	10

Most reported parts

Power Train › Driveline — 5
Power Train › Manual Transmission — 3
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,000 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 2005 Yamaha XVS11 complaints

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

Power Train · at 22,541 miles · reported Jul 9, 2015

I began accelerating on to the highway when I noticed a rattling whining noise coming from the middle of the motorcycle once as I approached an exist to inspect the motorcycle my rear wheel locked up . Once I had it towed home come to find out the middle gear shaft nut had broken off with part of the shaft inside and feel if though replacing it and may cause me serious injury.

Power Train · at 23,000 miles · reported Sep 7, 2010

The contact owns a 2005 yamaha xvs11. While driving approximately 45 MPH he noticed that the speedometer was reading a speed of 0 MPH. He continued driving and began to hear a clanking noise. As he continued driving the vehicle began to intermittently lunge forward. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who informed him that the drive shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 23,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Power Train · at 5,469 miles · reported Jul 2, 2010

I have a 2005 yamaha vstar 1100 with 5.000 miles. When I was driving it on the interstate the transmission started to wine and then started to make a taping noise. I found the middle drive gear is broke its going cost me 1600 dollars to fix it with me taking the motor out and reinstalling it in motorcycle. Yamaha will not fix it even know this is a problem with middle drive gear. I'm just lucky it did not lock up on me on the interstate!

Power Train · at 53,000 miles · reported Nov 18, 2009

On yamaha 1100 vstar motorcycles in the middle drive gear where the universal yoke connects to the shaft the shaft is prone to breakage causing the nut and end of the shaft to become caught in the universal joint which at 55mph can be devastating. After researching this problem on the internet I have found numerous circumstances of this defect.

Power Train · at 23,000 miles · reported Nov 13, 2009

Motorcycle is a 2005 yamaha V-star 1000 with 23,000 miles on it, and it began making a loud whining noise, which seemed to be at it worst during the first 2-3 miles of operation. After consulting with a web forum dedicated to these motorcycles, I discovered the threaded end of the intermediate driveshaft had broken, and the nut which retains the u-joint yoke was free to move around inside the u-joint. There was also limited damage to the u-joint yoke, which was caused by the nut moving around while the motorcycle was operating. This appears to be a fairly common problem among these yamaha…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Yamaha XVS11 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 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 2005 Yamaha XVS11?

Owners report power train problems most often (10 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,000 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.