2005 Yamaha XVS11 problems & recalls
NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Yamaha XVS11.
Recalls
Seats #05V067000 · 2005 · 179,042 units
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could loosen due to the passenger's weight shifting on the seat.
Risk: If the mounting hardware becomes loose enough to fall off, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. a passenger on the motorcycle could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat's mounting hardware free of charge. the recall began on march 4, 2005. owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-227-5963.
Seats #05V256000 · 2005 · 46,000 units
Problem: On certain motorcyles, the original replacement mounting hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender could break if the mounting hardware is over tightened.
Risk: If the hardware breaks, the passenger seat can fall off the rear fender. the passenger could lose balance and fall, causing serious injury or death.
Fix: Owners may already have received a letter from yamaha dated march 3, 2005, about this defect. in order to provide an improved remedy to the repair of the previous recall, yamaha is recalling certain motorcycles again. dealers will replace the hardware holding the passenger seat to the fender with components of a different type that will not allow the seat to fall off. the recall began on june 1
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners complain about
Components named in 9 NHTSA owner complaints, median 23,000 miles. Complaints are unverified.
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FAQ
Does the 2005 Yamaha XVS11 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Yamaha XVS11. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.
What are the most common 2005 Yamaha XVS11 problems?
In 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is power train.