CarRecallWatchThe 2015 Yamaha YZFR1M has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
2015 Yamaha YZFR1M recalls
Rear Shock Nut Can Loosen, Causing Loss of Control
A rear shock absorber on certain motorcycles may have been built improperly.
Most common 2015 Yamaha YZFR1M problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
YAMAHA HAS ISSUED A RECALL ON A SERIOUS GEARBOX PROBLEM STATING THAT THE GEARBOX MAY FAIL AND LOCK. THEY ARE TELLING PEOPLE DO NOT RIDE NO ONE IS RECEIVING ANY INFORMATION FROM YAMAHA UNLESS THY ARE FINDING OUT VIA SOCIAL MEDIA AND CONTACTING YAMAHA DIRECTLY. THIS IS A POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING FAULT AND YET THEY ARE DRAGGING THEIR FEET AND SUPPLYING NO DECENT INFORMATION TO OWNERS. FURTHERMORE THEY ARE NOT HELPING ANYONE RETURN THEIR VEHICLES FOR REPAIR WHEN THEY CANNOT BE RIDDEN TO A REPAIR FACILITY. THIS MOTORCYCLE WAS PURCHASED IN GOOD FAITH AND IS NOW NOT FIT FOR THE PURPOSE IT WAS INTENDED FOR, LET ALONE POTENTIALLY LETHAL. THEY HAVE ISSUED A BULLETIN TO DEALERS BUT IT APPEARS
RECEIVED A PHONE CALL NOTIFYING NOT TO RIDE THE BIKE; PENDING YAMAHA "INTENT TO RECALL". IMPROPERLY ASSEMBLED REAR SHOCK COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND CRASH. REAR SHOCK NEED TO BE REPLACED. NO FORMAL NOTICE, NO RECALL ISSUED TO DATE, NO PROJECTED DATE FOR ISSUE OF RECALL OR PARTS AVAILABILITY. TOTAL OPEN ENDED, BUT I HAVE AN INOPERABLE NEW $22,000.00 VEHICLE THAT CANNOT BE USED. I NEED RESOLUTION NOW> *TR
2015 Yamaha YZFR1M questions
Does the 2015 Yamaha YZFR1M have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2015 Yamaha YZFR1M: Rear Shock Nut Can Loosen, Causing Loss of Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Yamaha YZFR1M?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Engine (1), Power Train (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2015 Yamaha YZFR1M has been fixed?
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