MYRModel Year Report

2020 Yamaha YZF-R1

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2020 Yamaha YZF-R1
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:06:18.046Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint 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 YZF-R1 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2004: 37 complaints 2004 2005: 3 complaints 2005 2006: 8 complaints 2006 2011: 2 complaints 2011 2015: 7 complaints 2015 2020: 1 complaints 2020
2020: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
20021
200437
20053
20068
20112
20157
20201

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 YAMAHA YZF-R1M. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MOTORCYCLE'S BODY HAD HEATED UP, WHILE IDLE AT A RED LIGHT, TO THE POINT WHERE IT CAUSED FIRST DEGREE BURNS TO THE CONTACT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200626

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 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 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 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.