Model year guide

2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints21

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

2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR recalls 1

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #10E041000 · 23/08/2010

YAMAHA IS RECALLING CERTAIN ACCESSORY YAMAHA DOUBLE "T" FAT HANDLEBARS , PART NUMBERS STR-5PX75-12-00 AND STR-4WM75-12-00, MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1, 2008 THROUGH JULY 31, 2009, TO BE USED ON MODEL YEAR 2002-2009 XV1700PC WARRIOR, 1999-2003 VX1600 AND 2004-2010 XV1700 ROAD STAR MOTORCYCLES. THESE HANDLEBARS MAY HAVE TUBING THINNER THAN DESIGNED WHERE THE BARS NARROW FOR THE SWITCH HOUSINGS AND GRIPS.

Fix: YAMAHA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED HANDLEBARS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YAMAHA TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-962-7926.

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.

2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 21 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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR vehicles on record

2004 Yamaha ROAD STARJYAVP14E44A008286

Other Yamaha ROAD STAR model years

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2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR — frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR. 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 2004 Yamaha ROAD STAR?

Across all 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling, power train, engine.

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