2002 Yamaha Road Star Silverado
Only 17 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 50 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 17 total reports mention: power train.
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YAMAHA HAS RECALLED ALL '02 AND '03 ROADSTARS IN A RECALL DATED 9 JAN 04. FROM INFO OBTAINED FROM THE NHTSA, YAMAHA ISSUED A NOTICE CONCERNING THIS RECALL IN AUG '03, TO AFFECT 29,000+ MOTORCYCLES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040224
ON JANUARY 9 2004 I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, NOTIFYING ME OF A RECALL ON MY 2002 ROADSTAR SILVERADO VIN#[XXX] BECAUSE OF TRANSMISSION FAILURE I WAS INSTRUCTED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040221
3 of 17 total reports mention: power train.
2 of 17 total reports mention: power train.
1 of 17 total reports mentions: wheels.
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WHILE DRIVING REAR WHEEL LOCKED. A RECALL WAS ISSUED, HOWEVER THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040130
1 of 17 total reports mentions: power train.
SAFETY TIMELINE
IN THE TRANSMISSION ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE SECOND/THIRD PINION GEAR MAY BE INCORRECTLY MACHINED WHICH COULD CAUSE ABNORMAL WEAR THAT EVENTUALLY RESULTS IN A BROKEN RETAINER CIRCLIP.
Remedy: YAMAHA WILL REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION GEARS AND SHAFTS WITH NEW ONES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE D
Campaign 03V309000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2002 Yamaha Road Star Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 03V309000 (power train) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2002 Yamaha Road Star Silverado 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 2002 Yamaha Road Star Silverado?
The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2002 Yamaha Road Star Silverado 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.