1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 recalls

Most common 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Structure	1
Wheels	1
Power Train	1

What owners report

2008-07-13, Power Train
2ND GEAR TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. *TR

2008-01-17, Wheels
REAR RIM ON A YAMAHA 1999 R6 CRACKED IN 3 PLACES RESULTING IN A CRASH THE BIKE IS TOTALED AND I ENDED UP WITH ROAD RASH. *TR

2007-05-11, Structure
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 YAMAHA YZFR6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE IS A CRACK THAT RUNS FROM THE LEFT SIDE TO UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE'S FRAME. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THIS WAS CAUSED BY A STRESS FRACTURE WHICH IS A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THE MECHANIC ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN BECAUSE IT COULD CRACK OPEN WHILE IN MOTION. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT RESPONDED TO THIS MATTER. THE ENGINE SIZE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 83,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 33,000.

1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 questions

Does the 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6: Unknown Or Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Wheels (1), Power Train (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Yamaha YZF-R6 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.