repaired · 2023 Q3
Engine control module (ecu/ecm): software
Do not driveRisk. A lack of acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
2018 Yamaha FJR1300Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2018 Yamaha FJR1300, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-865 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through July 21, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevin.B, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Yamaha FJR1300 has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine
1Engine and engine cooling
1Exterior lighting
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Power train
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2018 Yamaha FJR1300 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Internal: gears
Do not driveRisk. A broken gear can cause the transmission and rear wheel to lock causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Brake lights: switch
Do not driveRisk. Failure of the front brake switch can cause the brake light to stay on constantly and/or the cruise control system to shutoff unexpectedly.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Yamaha.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other FJR1300 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the FJR1300 median. How we score
'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What FJR1300 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The Yamaha FJR 1300 between 2016 and 2020 was subjected to a recall due possible to transmission. This was documented in the NHTSA as well as Yamaha - the recalls has been completed for many motorcycles including mine. Resolution - As part of that recall they replaced the transmission with a…
Own a 2018 FJR1300?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.