2003 Yamaha Road Star power train problems
100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2003 Yamaha Road Star — 95% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While riding m y 2003 yamaha roadstar I had problems getting it to shift into 4th gear. I checked the internet for any recalls on the bike. When I found that there is a recall I took the bike to my local dealer, the ran the vin# and said that it had already been done. The recall states that after…”
filed Feb 24, 2007
“2003 yamaha roadster was recalled for possible transmission problem. Consumer contacted dealer for six weeks for recall repair, but dealer weren't able to do so because recall kit hasn't been provided by the manufacturer. (nar) *la *cb”
filed Aug 20, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- IN THE TRANSMISSION ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE SECOND/THIRD PINION GEAR MAY BE…Campaign 03V309000 · Aug 26, 2003
Power Train problems in other Road Star years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Road Star | 4 | 19% |
| 2002 Road Star | 82 | 94% |
| 2001 Road Star | 47 | 82% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2003 Yamaha Road Star
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.