MYRModel Year Report

2006 Yamaha Road Star

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2006 Yamaha Road Star
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:09:36.535Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Yamaha Road Star Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 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 2006 2007: 7 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 1 complaints 2009
2006: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
199915
200018
200157
200287
2003105
200421
20052
20063
20077
20081
20091

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 YAMAHA ROAD STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EVERY TIME HE TAKES A TRIP THE REAR SHOCKS FAIL ON THE VEHICLE. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT MAKES THE REAR END BOUNCE AND THE MOTORCYCLE IS HARD TO CONTROL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100915

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

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I PARKED THE MOTORCYCLE. 20 MINUTES LATER I CAN BACK TO LEAVE. TRIED TO START MOTORCYCLE, AND IT WOULD NOT START. NOTICED A GAS SMELL AND RELIZED FUEL WAS RUNNING DOWN FROM THE CARBURETOR AREA.

NHTSA ODI report, 20181008

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 YAMAHA ROAD STAR MOTORCYCLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE STARTED THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED FUEL LEAKING INTO THE ENGINE BLOCK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120313

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Yamaha Road Star — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 Yamaha Road Star?

The most-reported component is suspension:rear, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Yamaha Road Star have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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