Model year guide

2005 Yamaha FZ6

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Yamaha FZ6 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

2005 Yamaha FZ6 — representative photo
Representative photo

2005 Yamaha FZ6 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints14

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 Yamaha FZ6 recalls 1

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #14E012000 · 01/04/2014

Ohlins Racing AB (Ohlins) is recalling certain steering dampers kits manufactured with an incorrectly machined bracket. These dampers were sold for use as aftermarket equipment on Yamaha R1, R6, and FZ6, Suzuki TL1000 R and GSX1300R, Honda CB600RR, and Ducati Monster 1000, 748, 848, 916, 996, and 998 motorcycles. Also included are universal steering damper kits with part numbers SD 000 through SD 005. The affected b…

Fix: Ohlins will notify the distributors and provide their customers with a new bracket. The recall began in November 2013. Owners may contact Ohlins USA at 1-828-692-4525. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 13E-034.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 Yamaha FZ6 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 1

MOTORCYCLE STALLING Closed

OPERATORS REPORT THE MOTORCYCLE STALLS WHEN "ROLLING OFF THE THROTTLE" (E.G., TIP-OUT STALL WHILE APPROACHING A STOP) ALLEGEDLY DUE TO A FAULTY THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS). TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, YAMAHA IS RECALLING THE SUBJECT VEHICLES TO INSTALL AN IMPROVED TPS.

NHTSA #PE06020 · Fuel System, Other · opened May 2006 · closed Oct 2006

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 3

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

UNSTABLE ENGINE IDLING. *TT

Bulletin 2006011 · Vehicle Speed Control · Jul 2006

DRIVE SPROCKET RETAINING NUT AND LOCK WASHER REPLACEMENT. *TT

Bulletin 200603 · Power Train · Feb 2006

SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTIONS - CRANKSHAFT JOURNAL BEARING COLORS. *NM

Bulletin 2005020 · Equipment · Nov 2005

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the FZ6. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Yamaha FZ6

The Yamaha FZ6, also known as the FZ6 FAZER, is a 600 cc (37 cu in) motorcycle that was introduced by Yamaha in 2004 as a middleweight street bike built around the 2003 YZF-R6 engine. The engine is retuned for more usable midrange power. As a multi-purpose motorcycle it can handle sport riding, touring, and commuting. In 2010, the FZ6 was replaced by the fully faired FZ6R in North America, and the XJ6 in Europe. The FZ6 styling was continued in 2011 with the Yamaha FZ8.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2005 Yamaha FZ6 vehicles on record

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Other Yamaha FZ6 model years

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2005 Yamaha FZ6 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Yamaha FZ6 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Yamaha FZ6. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Yamaha FZ6?

Across all 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, electrical system, vehicle speed control.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.