MYRModel Year Report

2003 Yamaha YZFR1

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2003 Yamaha YZFR1
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:08:07.708Z

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 YZFR1 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 0 complaints 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2004: 0 complaints 2004 2005: 6 complaints 2006: 2 complaints 2007: 90 complaints 2007 2008: 3 complaints 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 1 complaints 2013 2015: 4 complaints 2015
2003: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19983
19992
20000
20010
20020
20031
20040
20056
20062
200790
20083
20092
20100
20110
20120
20131
20154

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 1 total report mentions: vehicle speed control.

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MOTORCYCLE MISSES AND WANTS TO STALL AT LOW RPMS CODE NUMBER SHOWS UP AS THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR .

NHTSA ODI report, 20140603

ENGINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.

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MOTORCYCLE MISSES AND WANTS TO STALL AT LOW RPMS CODE NUMBER SHOWS UP AS THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR .

NHTSA ODI report, 20140603

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

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MOTORCYCLE MISSES AND WANTS TO STALL AT LOW RPMS CODE NUMBER SHOWS UP AS THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR .

NHTSA ODI report, 20140603

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20131119 — equipment, steering

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket.

Remedy: Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.

Campaign 14E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Yamaha YZFR1 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14E012000 (equipment, steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 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 YZFR1?

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

How many recalls does the 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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