Yamaha XV1600ASNC Problems by Model Year
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints across the 1 model years of the Yamaha XV1600ASNC (2001–2001) that have at least 5 complaints. 2001 has the most, with 13. Across all years, the part named most often is transmission and drivetrain (9 mentions). Pick a model year below to see its parts, mileage, recalls and service bulletins.
All XV1600ASNC model years
Years with fewer than 5 complaints are not listed. The score compares years of the same model, allowing for the era and for how long each year has collected complaints: 50 is a typical year, lower means fewer complaints. It is not adjusted for sales volume.
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | TSBs | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 13 | 12,614 | 1 | 0 | — | Not enough data |
Parts named most often, all years
Counts add up complaint mentions across the listed years. A complaint can name several parts.
- Transmission and drivetrain9 69%
- Electrical system2 15%
- Body and structure1 7.7%
- Engine cooling1 7.7%
Example complaints
One per model year, chosen for length and detail. Personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
2001: “I have a 2001 road star silveraldo with 28000 miles. I changed my own oil at least every 3000 miles, along with filter. Every time I drain the iol I find brass and aluminum in the bottom of the drain pan. There has also been a knock when I first start the bike, and occasionally during a long run. During the first season I took the bike back to the dealer several times due to the knock and tapping. The first winter Yamaha replaced 2 hydraulic lifters because they would not hold a charge. This did not cure the metal in the oil. The next winter Yamaha sent a rep. …”
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Methodology