Yamaha V STAR 1100 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
11 owner complaints analyzed
0 distinct recall campaigns
18,600 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2001 to 2004 model years. Data snapshot: . 8 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Power Train is the most frequently named component, appearing in 3 of 11 complaints (27.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 9.1% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 9.1% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 3 |
| Power Train:Driveline | 2 |
| Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump | 1 |
Power Train: 3; Power Train:Driveline: 2; Seats:Front Assembly:Recliner: 2; Electrical System: 1; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine: 1; Exterior Lighting: 1; Fuel System, Gasoline:Carburetor System: 1; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 5 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 2 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 1 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 5; 25,000 to 49,999: 2; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 1; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (5). 3 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2016 | 1 |
2004: 1; 2005: 3; 2006: 1; 2008: 3; 2010: 1; 2011: 1; 2016: 1
Pattern summary
Power Train leads the component reports. Transmission and shifting appears in 1 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10168288 · 2006-09-14 (September 14, 2006)
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE 2001 YAMAHA VSTAR MOTORCYCLE HAD DIFFICULTY SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. THE PROBLEM HAD BEEN A CONTINUOUS PROBLEM FOR SIX MONTHS BUT THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO TRY TO FIX THE ISSUE.*AK
Owner-reported narrative. 15,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10168288 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10121346 · 2005-05-18 (May 18, 2005)
DT: THERE WAS JUST A RECALL ON THE PASSENGER SEAT BOLT BREAKING LOOSE AND COMING OFF, BUT THE MAIN DRIVER'S SEAT IS THE ONE THAT HAS THE PROBLEM. ALSO, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE CARBURETOR AND FUEL PUMP CAN EMIT SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNTS OF GASOLINE THROUGH A CARBURETOR VENT ONTO THE HOT ENGINE CYLINDER; POTENTIALLY CAUSING FIRE AND EXPLOSION.*AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 10121346 at NHTSA ↗
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
2001: 0; 2004: 0