MYRModel Year Report

2001 Yamaha XVS1100

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2001 Yamaha XVS1100
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:34:27.769Z

Only 7 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 7 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, 2001 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
2001: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19991
20006
20017
20023
20032
20041
200510
200615

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.

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I OWN A 2001 YAMAHA V-STAR 1100 MOTORCYCLE. THIS MODEL OF YAMAHA HAS A STARTER DEFECT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030807

POWER TRAIN

1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.

CRASH
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2001 YAMAHA VSTAR MIDDLE DRIVE SHAFT UBOLT SNAPPED. THE MIDDLE GEAR LOCKED CAUSING THE REAR TIRE TO LOCK WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110701

POWER TRAIN

1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.

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MISHAFT SNAPPED, CAUSING THE NUT TO POTENTIALLY LOCKUP THE DRIVE SHAFT AND REAR WHEEL, POTENTIALLY CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL AND CRASH. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF REPORTS ON THE MOTORCYCLE FORUMS FOR THE VSTAR 1100 SERIES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170615

EQUIPMENT

1 of 7 total reports mentions: equipment.

CRASH INJURY
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CONSUMER STATES THAT BIKE'S FLOOR BOARDS FOLDED UP WHILE RIDING, TRAPPING CONSUMER'S FOOT. AS A RESULT, THE BIKE CRASHED AND CONSUMER SUSTAINED SEVERAL INJURIES. MR SCC

NHTSA ODI report, 20021015

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 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 power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 Yamaha XVS1100?

The most-reported component is electrical system:starter assembly, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 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.