VehicleVerdict

Yamaha Xtz12 years to avoid

Across 2012–2020, no single Xtz12 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2013 drew the most complaints; 2020 the fewest.

19

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

2012–2020

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Yamaha Xtz12 NHTSA complaints by model year11 complaints2012: 4 complaints2013: 11 complaints2014: 3 complaints2015: 1 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 0 complaints2020: 0 complaints
Yamaha Xtz12 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every Xtz12 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
202001
201901
201801
201510
201430
2013112
201242

Common questions

What is the best year for the Yamaha Xtz12?

By complaint volume, 2020 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Xtz12 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Yamaha Xtz12 have?

Across all model years, the Xtz12 has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 19 consumer complaints on file.

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.