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2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 recalls and problems

The 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 has 1 safety recall and 37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Yamaha dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
37
Crashes / fires
6 / 0
Injuries / deaths
6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 recalls

Recall 06V-371: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Sep 28, 2006 · 39,757 vehicles affected · YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA

Problem: On certain motorcycles, an improperly designed throttle position sensor could cause an intermittently unstable idle when the engine is at idling speed when the motorcycle is stopped or during low-speed operations. The engine could stall as a result.

Risk: If the engine stalls after the operator disengages the clutch in a low gear while riding, the rear tire might slip momentarily if the operator abruptly re-engages the clutch. This could result in a crash with injury or death.

Fix: Dealers will replace the throttle position sensor free of charge. The recall began on october 16, 2006. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-888-88-yamaha.

2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Electrical System19
Engine and Engine Cooling7
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Vehicle Speed Control4
Unknown or Other3
Tires2
Structure1
Engine1

Most reported parts

  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System — 4
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 2
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Carburetor System — 1
  • Electrical System › Ignition › Module — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery — 1
  • Electrical System › Ignition — 1
  • Structure › Motorcycle › Kickstand/Center Stand — 1
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 6,000 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 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 complaints

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

Electrical System · at 24,000 miles · reported Jan 7, 2016
October 2013 rotor exploded after 12000 miles while riding causing bike to loose all power and shutdown once battery was fully drained. Thinking maybe this was just a one off issue, I replaced the rotor. After approximately another 12000 miles it has happened again, this time it destroyed the stator also causing ~$800 worth of damage. When taken to the shop they had 3 other r1's with the exact same issue and when ordering the new parts they have been replaced by yamaha. The shop called yamaha and they said the parts have been replaced by a new model but they wont recall the old faulty ones.
Electrical System · at 18,000 miles · reported Jul 17, 2015
Was returning from a vacation trip and bike started sounding funny. Then on highway lights and gauges started going on the interstate bike stalled lalmost locking up bike in curve while riding on wet road. Several tractor trailers were behind me and nearly almost killed me from the sudden change of speed due to bike killing power. Managed to get to side of interstate. Killed my battery to no return 80+$. Open searching web after getting hope looked at the stator and flywheel(Rotar) magnets are everywhere!!!!!!! This almost killed me!!! Not to mention it destroyed my stator and it hard telling…
Electrical System · at 64,000 miles · reported Jan 25, 2015
Engine suddenly stops without any kind of warning ,battery died ,at the shop I charge the battery ,test battery was good ,verified charging system at the moment not charge ,removed generetar to verified stator and found destroyed rotor assy's and plastic and magnets in the oil strainer.
Tires · at 10,000 miles · reported Mar 22, 2009
Low speed, low RPM power loss. Total engine power loss (Engine dies). Suspected tps failure. Took motorcycle to dealer ship for repair. Problem still exists. Took a second time to dealer, did not replace tps, said it checked out ok. I understand there is a 3rd generation tps that can be used.
Structure · at 4,000 miles · reported Dec 11, 2006
Dt*: the contact stated the kickstand on the vehicle was too short. The weight of the vehicle bent the kickstand and caused the vehicle to fall damaging the vehicle. The sales/ service dealer was notified, but not the manufacturer.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1: 06V-371 (vehicle speed control). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Yamaha YZF-R1?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (19 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 6,000 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.