There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Yamaha XVS65, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Yamaha XVS65 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 2
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 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 2009 Yamaha XVS65 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 18,000 miles · reported May 19, 2010
Rear brake failure and total destruction from a single missing bolt. Rear brake assembly lost bottom bolt, on braking this resulted in the entire drum spinning and breaking control arm from drum and wrapping linkage arm around brake drum. Complete loss of rear brakes.
Power Train · at 25,000 miles · reported May 19, 2010
Final drive assembly of yamaha vstar takes on water when riding in rain, oil degrades and results in interior bearing assembly failure. Metal shavings can be found inside final drive unit. Others have complained of possible bearings breaking free and resulting in spline lockup... Rendering a rear tire lockup at any speed. Metal shavings cause oil seals to fail resulting in oil being splattered onto rear tire and results in an unsafe condition that could render the operator without traction of rear tire on cornering left or braking due to oil on tire. On disassemble of the final drive, bearing…
Power Train · at 1 miles · reported Jul 30, 2009
The contact owns a 2009 yamaha xvs65y. After the vehicle has cooled down in the park position, the vehicle jumps forward four feet once it has been restarted. The failure has occurred ten times. The manufacturer stated that they could not assist because the vehicle was designed in that manner. The manufacturer advised her not to start the vehicle in first gear, but rather to start it in neutral. The contact feels that the vehicle is unsafe and needs to be repaired. The current mileage was 230 and failure mileage was 1.
Power Train · at 1,000 miles · reported Feb 25, 2009
At 750-1,000 miles major clutch slippage was detected. This prevents acceleration to avoid accident zones or retreat from accident zone. At 3,600 miles front brake failure was detected. Where depression of brake lever took four depressions to return pressure. No accident in either case, however near collisions and intrusion of vehicles into accident zones have occurred as a result of clutch failure.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Yamaha XVS65 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Yamaha XVS65 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Yamaha XVS65?
Owners report power train problems most often (3 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 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.