MYRModel Year Report

2003 Yamaha Road Star

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2003 Yamaha Road Star
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:09:30.921Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Yamaha Road Star Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1999: 15 complaints 1999 2000: 18 complaints 2001: 57 complaints 2001 2002: 87 complaints 2003: 105 complaints 2003 2004: 21 complaints 2005: 2 complaints 2005 2006: 3 complaints 2007: 7 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2003: 105 complaints
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YearComplaints
199915
200018
200157
200287
2003105
200421
20052
20063
20077
20081
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 59%

59% of complaints: power train — 62 distinct reports on file.

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CONSUMER WAS NOTIFIED OF RECALL 03V309000 CONCERNING TRANSMISSION FAILURE. HOWEVER, PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THE END OF FEBRUARY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20040130

BOTH THE DEALERSHIP AND THE MANUFACTURE OF YAMAHA ARE NOT SURE WHEN THE PARTS ARE GOING TO BE AVAILABLE FOR THE TRANSMISSION RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040126

POWER TRAIN 34%

34% of complaints: power train — 36 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 1%

1% of complaints: suspension — 1 distinct report on file.

SUSPENSION 1%

1% of complaints: suspension — 1 distinct report on file.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 1%

1% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 1 distinct report on file.

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WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH MOTORCYCLE'S FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS FELL OFF. AS A RESULT, DRIVER LOSTS ALL BRAKING ABILITY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031020

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20030811 — PE (closed 20031106)

UNINTENDED REAR WHEEL LOCKUP

R 20030902 — power train

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

R 20100831 — equipment

YAMAHA IS RECALLING CERTAIN ACCESSORY YAMAHA DOUBLE "T" FAT HANDLEBARS , PART NUMBERS STR-5PX75-12-00 AND STR-4WM75-12-00, MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1, 2008 THROUGH JULY 31, 2009, TO BE USED ON MODEL Y

Remedy: YAMAHA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED HANDLEBARS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-962-7926

Campaign 10E041000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Yamaha Road Star — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (62 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (36 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V309000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10E041000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Yamaha Road Star 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?

The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Yamaha Road Star have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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