Does the 2008 Yamaha YZFR6 have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, steering, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2008 Yamaha YZFR6 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Yamaha dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Yamaha YZFR6?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2008 Yamaha YZFR6 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2008 Yamaha YZFR6. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Yamaha been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Yamaha dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2008 Yamaha YZFR6 recalls, newest first

April 1, 2014NHTSA 14E0120002,827 vehicles potentially affected

Equipment

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: 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 brackets may crack.
Consequence: If there is a crack in the steering bracket, at low speeds it may cause the steering to lock, leading to personal injury or a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Components: Equipment; Steering

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 5, 2010NHTSA 10V36500053,449 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Summary: Yamaha is recalling certain model year 2006 through 2010 yzf-R6 motorcycles manufactured from August 2005 through March 2010. The motorcycle's front side reflector was not placed at the proper height which fails to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence: Visibility of the motorcycle will be decreased, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners and dealers will repair the motorcycles free of charge. The safety recall began on August 12, 2010. Owners may contact yamaha at 1-800-962-7926.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2008 Yamaha YZFR6 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2008 Yamaha YZFR6 have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: equipment, steering, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2008 Yamaha YZFR6 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Yamaha dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2008 Yamaha YZFR6?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.