2000 Yamaha XVS1100

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2000 Yamaha XVS1100
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:30:23.589Z

Only 6 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 6 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 XVS1100 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1999: 1 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 7 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2005 2006: 15 complaints 2006
2000: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19991
20006
20017
20023
20032
20041
200510
200615

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.

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THE STARTER BOLTS ARE TWISTED INDICATING INTERNAL PROBLEMS. THIS IS A PROBLEM COMMON TO THIS MAKE AND MODEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM- STARTER ASSEMBLY. *LA

NHTSA ODI report, 20031012

I HAVE A YAMAHA V STAR 1100. 2000 YR .I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEM WITH THE STARTER . AND I HAVE BEEN LOOKING ON THE WEB .I HAVE FOUND OTHERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030812

POWER TRAIN

1 of 6 total reports mentions: power train.

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FINAL DRIVE SYSTEM, MID SHAFT THAT HOLDS U-JOINT TO DRIVESHAFT BROKE OFF AT 2ND THREAD POINT AND NUT WITH BROKEN SHAFT FRAGMENT WAS BEING THROWN AROUND BETWEEN THE UJOINT AND DAMAGING BEARINGS AND YOKE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140929

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Yamaha XVS1100 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2000 Yamaha XVS1100 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 2000 Yamaha XVS1100?

The most-reported component is electrical system:starter assembly, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Yamaha XVS1100 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.