MYRModel Year Report

2004 Yamaha FZ6

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2004 Yamaha FZ6
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:17:13.758Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Yamaha FZ6 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2004: 34 complaints 2004 2005: 14 complaints 2005 2006: 2 complaints 2006
2004: 34 complaints
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YearComplaints
200434
200514
20062

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 26%

26% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 18%

18% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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BIKE STALLS WHEN CLUTCH IS PULLED IN. RPM'S DROP TO ZERO. WAS ALMOST RUN OVER BY TRAFFIC BEHIND ME WHEN ENGINE STALLS. INJURED MYSELF (FOOT/ANKLE) WHEN TRYING TO PUSH THE BIKE OFF THE ROAD (SO I WOULDN'T BE RUN OVER).

NHTSA ODI report, 20050812

Front drive shaft, chain sprocket ‘Nut/lock washer’ has came loose and fell off on the highway. Could have locked the chain around the wheel and cause a major crash, also could have severely damaged the engine casing.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230210

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 15%

15% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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1-AVERAGE USAGE, 2-MOTORCYCLES WOULD STALL SPORADICALLY, RPMS WOULD VARY CONSIDERABLY, A LOT OF HESITATION, VARIABLE IDLING, BAD GAS CONSUMPTION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050418

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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BIKE STALLS WHEN CLUTCH IS PULLED IN. RPM'S DROP TO ZERO. WAS ALMOST RUN OVER BY TRAFFIC BEHIND ME WHEN ENGINE STALLS. INJURED MYSELF (FOOT/ANKLE) WHEN TRYING TO PUSH THE BIKE OFF THE ROAD (SO I WOULDN'T BE RUN OVER).

NHTSA ODI report, 20050812

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 9%

9% of complaints: fuel system, other — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20060523 — PE (closed 20061005)

MOTORCYCLE STALLING

R 20131119 — equipment, steering

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket.

Remedy: Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.

Campaign 14E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Yamaha FZ6 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14E012000 (equipment, steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Yamaha FZ6?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Yamaha FZ6 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.