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2014 Yamaha FZ-09 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 17 complaints on file for the 2014 Yamaha FZ-09 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

17

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2014 compare to other FZ-09 years?

FZ-09 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted17 complaints2014: 17 complaints2015: 14 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 3 complaints2018: 1 complaints
FZ-09 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Yamaha FZ-09 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine847%
Transmission529%
Brakes16%
Electrical System16%
Lighting16%
Suspension16%

Does the 2014 Yamaha FZ-09 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V550000LightingSeptember 10, 2014 · 5,300 units

Defect

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2014 Yamaha FZ09 motorcycles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 29, 2014. The affected motorcycles may have a headlight harness that is too short and when the handlebars are turned fully to the left or right the harness may break near the coupler or coupler may disconnect from the headlight bulb.

Consequence

If the harness breaks or the coupler detaches from the headlight, the headlight will go out, reducing the rider's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a sub-harness to lengthen the headlight harness, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on September 22, 2014. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“EVER SINCE DAY 1 IT NEVER LIKES TO COLD START ON THE FIRST TRY. STARTS TO CATCH BUT NEVER DOES UNTIL YOU TRY A SECOND TIME. AFTER STARTING, YOU HEAR A LOUD TICK/FLUTTER , I'M GUESSING THE WHOLE CAM CHAIN TENSIONER ISSUE THAT SEEMS TO BE PLAGUING EVERYONE. I JUST RECEIVED THE RECALL FOR THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · April 19, 2014

“RIDING ON THE FREEWAY WHILE LANE SPLITTING 45 MPH DOWN SHIFTING FROM 4TH TO 3RD GEAR SLOWING DOWN PROCESS. PRESSING CLUTCH ENGINE STALLED, DOWN SHIFTED TO 3RD GEAR. ENGINE STARTED ONCE I LET GO OF THE CLUTCH IN 3RD GEAR. FRONT END LIFTED ABOUT FOOT. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · October 29, 2014

“I WANNA SAY I LOVE THIS BIKE AND WILL CONTINUE DRIVING AND TRYING TO FIX IT.MY 2014 FZ09 HAS 5000 MILES ON IT AND WHEN I DOWN SHIFT IN TRAFFIC OR ANYWHERE THE BIKE DIES THE TIRE WILL SOMETIMES LOCK UP IF I DON'T CATCH THE PROBLEM IN TIME.. I'M TRYING TO GET OTHERS THAT ARE ON THE FZ FORUMS TO SHARE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 1, 2016

“FRONT BRAKE LOCKED UP AND APPLYING ALSO CAUSED BRAKE LEVER TO GO ALL THE WAY TO THE HANDLE BAR WHEN GOING OUT FOR FIRST RIDE THIS YEAR.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · March 16, 2018

“CAMPAIGN 014-550 "WIRE HARNESS TOO SHORT". "DEALER TO INSTALL JUMPER HARNESS". THIS WORK WAS PERFORMED BUT I HAVE AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT ISSUE. DEALER & YAMAHA STATE "THEY CAN DO NOTHING UNLESS THE HEADLIGHT IS OUT WHEN THEY HAVE THE VEHICLE". I AM LEFT TO RIDE THIS BIKE WITH A HEADLIGHT THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · August 2, 2018

2014 Yamaha FZ-09 — common questions

Is the 2014 Yamaha FZ-09 reliable?

The record is thin — 17 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2014 FZ-09 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (8 complaints), transmission (5 complaints), suspension (1 complaints).

Does the 2014 Yamaha FZ-09 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Yamaha FZ-09. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.