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2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado recalls and problems

The 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado has 1 safety recall and 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
50
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado recalls

Recall 03V-309: Power Train

Reported Aug 26, 2003 · 29,139 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: In the transmission on certain motorcycles, the second/third pinion gear may be incorrectly machined which could cause abnormal wear that eventually results in a broken retainer circlip.

Risk: If the circlip breaks, the transmission could lock up, which would also cause the rear wheel to lock up. This could result in loss of control and a crash, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Yamaha will replace the transmission gears and shafts with new ones. Owner notification began on september 9, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact yamaha at 1-800-88-yamaha or visit their website at www.yamaha-motor.com.

2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train46
Electrical System2
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Equipment1
Unknown or Other1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Structure1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 35
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 9
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
  • Electrical System › Horn — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 5,600 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 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · at 14,000 miles · reported Aug 2, 2018
Passing on a freeway and lost 5th gear. Could have had serious accident. This is a well known issue and problem that yamaha is aware of and they left customers out to dry. Or should I say die!! This will cost us around 4,000 to fix. Shame on yamaha for not fixing this problem. Even though they had a recall on the transmission, this is a direct result of the original issue. Yamaha states if the recall is done, then they're done.
Power Train · reported Jul 21, 2011
I owned a yamaha road star silverado 1600 year 2003. I have now 52000 klm only. Last week wile a was riding at 110klm per hour on the fifth gear as usual transmission came on neutral state, when I released the transmission was broken in fifth gear. So I ended my ride in fourth gear as the result at least 3000.00 dollars in repairs, or more at yamaha shop.
Power Train · at 8,700 miles · reported Nov 10, 2009
Re: complaint # 10290507 took my 2003 roadstar to yamaha dealership for transmission problem (5th gear gone). Was told that it has been an issue and yamaha will repair on a case-by-case situation. On friday nov.6th I was told by the dealer that if the recall has been done that yamaha will pay to fix it.then today nov.10th,the dealer said the district rep said he will not authorize the repair because the bike is out of warranty. This motorcycle only has 8,700 easy miles on it and this seems to be a yamaha part defect that they do not want to fix. I have been reading online forums for the…
Power Train · at 8,780 miles · reported Nov 1, 2009
I was riding my 2003 yamaha roadstar silverado with 8,000 miles on it,when I heard a clink,clink and then 5th gear was gone.just like it was in neutral. After much research I found that many 2003 roadstars have had the exact issue except I did not crash like some others have done. I contacted a local dealership who checked the VIN and said the recall had been done in dec.2004. There should be a punch mark at the VIN number.there is none on my bike. Yamaha says there is no recall for the 5th gear issue even though there are a lot of owners with the same issue. This is a very costly repair and…
Power Train · at 10,650 miles · reported Aug 9, 2009
Riding a 2003 yamaha roadstar, rider and a passenger, on 57n (So. California), cruising at 70 MPH in fifth gear, began losing speed and bike started to rev as if in neutral. Downshifted to 4th, normal, up-shift to 5th, no power, bike acting as if in neutral. Pulled off freeway. Examined for anything obviously broken but found nothing wrong. Drove motorcycle to repair shop when it has been ever since. Repair shop has dismantled transmission from engine. Pinion gear that holds 5th gear in place has sheared off causing significant damage to other engine/tranny parts. Broken parts could have…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado: 03V-309 (power train). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 Yamaha Road Star Silverado?

Owners report power train problems most often (46 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 5,600 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.