2017 Yamaha FZ-09 recalls and problems

The 2017 Yamaha FZ-09 has 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is exterior lighting.

How the 2017 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 4 FZ-09 model years — 3rd most.

1recalls

3complaints

0crashes

0fires

0injuries

550median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

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1 recall

Steering

Mar 31, 2017 · NHTSA campaign 17V221000 · 22,433 vehicles

Problem: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2017 FJ-09, FZ-09, and XSR900 motorcycles. The lower handlebar holder may loosen due to a painting issue and the inadequate application of the thread-locking agent.

Risk: If the handlebars are not properly secured to the motorcycle, a loss of vehicle control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy & notes

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower handlebar holder, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990114.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Exterior Lighting3

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2017 vs. other Yamaha FZ-09 years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2017. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2017 Yamaha FZ-09 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2017 Yamaha FZ-09, the latest from Mar 31, 2017 (steering). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Yamaha FZ-09?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention exterior lighting (3). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.