repaired · 2020 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. If the engine does not return to idle when the throttle is released, it can lead to a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Yamaha XTZ12Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2013 Yamaha XTZ12, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-695 the manufacturer reports only 32% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 4, 2018. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Yamaha XTZ12 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine
2Vehicle speed control
2Electrical system
1Wheels
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Exterior lighting
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2013 Yamaha XTZ12 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 · 2015 Q2
Exterior lighting: headlights
Risk. A headlight failure reduces the rider's ability to see clearly and the motorcycle's visibility to oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2013 vs. every other XTZ12 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 XTZ12 median. How we score
'12'13'14
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What XTZ12 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THE MOTORCYCLE WILL SOMETIMES ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, OTHER TIMES IT WILL RANDOMLY SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN TRAFFIC. THIS IS A WIDELY DISCUSSED PROBLEM BY XTZ1200 OWNERS. SO FAR YAMAHA HAS YET TO ISSUE A TECHNICAL BULLETIN OR A RECALL. I HAVE A VIDEO THAT SHOWS THE MOTORCYCLE ACTING…
2013 YAMAHA SUPER TENERE. ENGINE/IDLE SPEED VARIES AND/OR ENGINE DIES. SOMETIMES IT SPEEDS UP (TO AS MUCH AS 4000 RPM) WITHOUT ANY RIDER INPUT (DANGEROUS) AND IF THE CLUTCH IS ACTIVATED SIMULTANEOUSLY IT WON'T IDLE AND ENGINE DIES. ALSO DIFFICULTY STARTING. SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN IN COOLER…
Own a 2013 XTZ12?
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