MYRModel Year Report

2003 Yamaha XVS11

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2003 Yamaha XVS11
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:12:32.325Z

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.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Yamaha XVS11 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2000 2001: 0 complaints 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 9 complaints 2006: 4 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 3 complaints 2008
2003: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19960
19970
19980
19990
20000
20010
200213
20033
20041
20059
20064
20072
20083

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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FAILURE OF THE MIDDLE DRIVE LINE INSIDE THE MOTOR. *KB

NHTSA ODI report, 20110802

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 YAMAHA XVS11AR-S. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160916

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050304 — seats

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE MOUNTING HARDWARE HOLDING THE PASSENGER SEAT TO THE FENDER COULD LOOSEN DUE TO THE PASSENGER'S WEIGHT SHIFTING ON THE SEAT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PASSENGER SEAT'S MOUNTING HARDWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 4, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA AT 1-800-227-5963.

Campaign 05V067000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20050615 — seats

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYLES, THE ORIGINAL REPLACEMENT MOUNTING HARDWARE HOLDING THE PASSENGER SEAT TO THE FENDER COULD BREAK IF THE MOUNTING HARDWARE IS OVER TIGHTENED.

Remedy: OWNERS MAY ALREADY HAVE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM YAMAHA DATED MARCH 3, 2005, ABOUT THIS DEFECT. IN ORDER TO PROVIDE AN IMPROVED REMEDY TO THE REPAIR OF THE PREVIOUS RECALL, YAMAHA IS RECALLING CERTAIN

Campaign 05V256000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Yamaha XVS11 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V067000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V256000 (seats) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Yamaha XVS11 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 XVS11?

The most-reported component is power train:driveline, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Yamaha XVS11 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.