Model year guide

2016 Yamaha XSR900

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Yamaha XSR900 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 14 on record.

2016 Yamaha XSR900 — representative photo
Representative photo

2016 Yamaha XSR900 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1

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

2016 Yamaha XSR900 recalls 1

Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar NHTSA Campaign #17V221000 · manufacturer #990114 · 31/03/2017

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2017 FJ-09, FZ-09, and XSR900 motorcycles. The lower handlebar holder may loosen due to a painting issue and the inadequate application of the thread-locking agent.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lower handlebar holder, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990114.

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.

2016 Yamaha XSR900 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

About the Yamaha XSR900

Yamaha XSR900 is a neo-retro standard motorcycle which uses an 890 cc (54 cu in) transverse inline-triple engine. Introduced in 2016, the XSR900 is derived from Yamaha's MT-09.

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

2016 Yamaha XSR900 vehicles on record

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2016 Yamaha XSR900 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Yamaha XSR900 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Yamaha XSR900. 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 2016 Yamaha XSR900?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system.

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