2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 50 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
70% of complaints: power train — 35 distinct reports on file.
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THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON 1/23/2004 AND CONTACTED THE DEALER. THE DEALER HAD NO PARTS TO REPAIR THE RECALL NO DID THEY HAVE ANY INFORMATION ON WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040205
SAFETY RECALL REGARDING MANUAL TRANSMISSION ON MY 2003 YAMAHA ROADSTAR. I RECIEVED THE RECALL BY MAIL TODAY, AND CALLED BOTH LOCALL DEALERSHIPS AND WAS TOLD THEY ARE ONLY GETTING FOUR RECALL REPAIR KITS EACH PER WEEK AND HAVE A LONG WAITING LIST.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040130
RECALL# 03V309000 SUBJECT: REAR WHEEL LOCK UP. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER WHO HAD NO PARTS OR INFORMATION ON WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20040127
18% of complaints: power train — 9 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: power train — 2 distinct reports on file.
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PASSING ON A FREEWAY AND LOST 5TH GEAR. COULD HAVE HAD SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THIS IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE AND PROBLEM THAT YAMAHA IS AWARE OF AND THEY LEFT CUSTOMERS OUT TO DRY. OR SHOULD I SAY DIE!! THIS WILL COST US AROUND 4,000 TO FIX.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180802
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 YAMAHA ROAD STAR SILVERADO MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, HE HEARD A CLUNKING SOUND AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130520
2% of complaints: structure — 1 distinct report on file.
2% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 1 distinct report on file.
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
2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (9 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 2003 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 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado?
The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 70% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 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.