There are no safety recalls for the 2006 Yamaha Roadliner, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2006 Yamaha Roadliner problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 22,000 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 Roadliner complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 29,899 miles · reported Aug 23, 2016
Taka take recall there is loud noises coming from my engine and transmission at 35 to 40 MPH sounds like transmission is falling apart and doing alot of damage I have had to stop driving it due to this problem so we need to fix the issue it was at slow speeds doing 35 to 45mph in town
Power Train · at 22,000 miles · reported Jul 25, 2016
3rd gear failing. Grinding. Entire engine has to be removed to fix . This is a well know problem and a recall must be done. 2600.00 repair.
Power Train · at 22,600 miles · reported Aug 5, 2015
The vehicle make a pronounce rattling sound in 3rd gear. Others have had the third gear fail after noticing this rattling sound.
Engine · at 8,700 miles · reported Apr 10, 2015
My 2006 yamaha roadliner has an intermittent stalling problem. The bike will run fine but when stopping at a red light, stop sign, ect and the bike will stall. The RPM will start dropping once the clutch is pulled in and it will not stop going down until the bike stalls. The engine will drop to around 500 RPM, fight to stay alive for a second, and then shut off. This happens whenever the bike wants to and I have found no way to duplicate the problem. This makes it impossible for a dealership to diagnose the problem. The bike will start back up after but you need to keep the throttle twisted to…
Power Train · at 9,250 miles · reported Mar 19, 2015
The now infamous 3rd gear issues for 2006-7 star roadliner/stratoliner has afflicted my bike since 2009. I had full extended warranty at the time and the dealer did not recognize the 3rd gear chatter as a problem. Almost everyone I have ever met that owns one has the 3rd gear problem and has gotten hosed over it. Yamaha needs to owe up to this debacle and recall and fix this issue.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Yamaha Roadliner have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 Yamaha Roadliner 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 Roadliner?
Owners report power train problems most often (4 reports), followed by engine (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 22,000 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.