There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Yamaha 1100 Silverado, but owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Yamaha 1100 Silverado problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 13 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Driveline — 7
- Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
- Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 24,342 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2006 Yamaha 1100 Silverado complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · at 47,900 miles · reported Jun 18, 2018
Rode bike about 3 hours prior with no indication of problem. After parked the 3 hours I heard a loud whine/howl coming from middle of bike. Dealer mechanic discovered middle drive yoke just about sheared off the shaft. Visual inspection shows about 50% or more sheared off. From the list it appears to be a trend.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · at 24,342 miles · reported Jul 24, 2012
Starter when trying to start would not turn over motor, but the starter would turn over. I have found that yamaha knows of this issue it has happened to anyone that owns a yamaha vstar, 650cc and 1100cc, the repair bill cost between $900.00 to $1,200 , and even after repairs bye even dealers you can have this same issue again. I know one man that had it happen 3 times,now he is selling the bike after it's fixed again, help us please.
Power Train · at 25,000 miles · reported Jun 5, 2012
I'm experiencing a severe whining noise on deceleration especially in 3rd, 4th and 5th gears. Contacted the yamaha dealership where I purchased the motorcycle and they have never heard of the problem. Upon researching this problem on the internet I realize there are other owners of this motorcycle with the same problem. The nut connecting the transmission and driveshaft becomes loose and the adjoining gears do not mesh properly and cause a whining noise. I brought my bike to another mechanic and low and behold the nut was loose in the power train connection. How is it that yamaha has no…
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 19,000 miles · reported Nov 3, 2011
Purchased motorcycle 5/2011 three months later it started to make a loud noise when decelerating. Its makes this noise when motorcycle is moving but engine is not under load. I took the bike to two different dealers and both of them said it was the middle gear set. The repair cost was $2300. This is crazy. Three months riding for $2300. I just bought it. After some research I found out I'm not the only one.it seems this is a problem with these bikes but nobody is doing anything about it. I can't afford to fix this. Please help!!!
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 20,000 miles · reported Apr 21, 2011
The contact owns a 2006 yamaha xvs-1100 V-star silverado motorcycle. The contact was driving approximately 65 MPH when a bolt fractured from the middle gear drive shaft and began rattling around inside the yoke of the u-joint as the bolt lodged inside the yoke. The vehicle was taken to an authorized yamaha dealer and they refused to repair the vehicle. The dealer advised him that there was a problem with the engine and that the repairs were entirely too costly to repair. The contact stated that he repaired the vehicle himself and replaced the middle gear shaft, u-joint, yoke and caskets at a…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Yamaha 1100 Silverado have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Yamaha 1100 Silverado as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Yamaha 1100 Silverado?
Owners report power train problems most often (13 reports), followed by electrical system (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 24,342 miles.
Are Yamaha recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Yamaha dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.