Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2018-2020 MTT9GT (Tracer GT), 2019 MXTGTKL (NIKEN GT), 2017-2020 MT10, 2018-2020 XTZ12 (Super Ténéré), 2013-2020 FJR13, 2018 XV19B (Star Eluder), and 2018-2021 XV19 (Star Venture) motorcycles. The...
2017-2026 · 6 model years
Yamaha MT-10 Problems by year
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the Yamaha MT-10 across 6 model years, and it has 1 recall. The 2026 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the electrical system.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
MT-10 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common MT-10 problems
Yamaha MT-10 recalls 1
Latest MT-10 complaints
Vehicle: 2026 Yamaha MT-10 I am reporting a safety-related defect involving my 2026 Yamaha MT-10 motorcycle. The motorcycle has experienced an intermittent no-crank/no-start condition. When the problem occurs, the instrument panel and electrical system power up normally, but pressing the starter button produces no engine cranking. The defect occurs unpredictably. At times the motorcycle starts normally, while at other times it will not start despite having battery power and the ignition system turned on. Because...
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the condition is intermittent, it can be difficult to reproduce consistently. This defect creates a safety concern because the motorcycle may fail to start when needed, potentially leaving the rider stranded in an unsafe location such as a roadway, parking lot, fuel station, or remote area. Riders must be able to rely on the motorcycle starting when required. The motorcycle has been presented for diagnosis, and possible causes discussed have included components within the starter control circuit, such as the starter switch assembly, safety interlock system, wiring, relays, or related electrical components. However, the intermittent nature of the failure raises concerns about a potential defect affecting reliability and rider safety. I am submitting this complaint so the issue can be documented and investigated for possible defects affecting Yamaha MT-10 motorcycles.
When pulling the front brake lever, if it is pulled lightly the rear brake does not light up at all. It has to have a certain amount of pressure applied to it before the rear brake lights up. The rear brake as soon as it is pressed it lights the rear light up. I have had Petes Cycle in Baltimore MD look at this and they have advised this is how Yamaha has this setup, it has been confirmed and reproduced by dealer. This is a HUGE safety issue in my opinion and should be looked into and Yamaha should be forced to...
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fix this. People that are behind you cannot see if you are slowing or coming to a stop and can cause them to run into the back of you. I can personally be able to attest to this because I have had friends and family that I ride with tell me that they did not know that I was slowing or stopping because they did not see any brake lights. They originally told me; my brake light was out. This is what prompted me to even look into this. No warning lights are active on the dash.
Questions about the Yamaha MT-10
Which Yamaha MT-10 years have the most problems?
What are the most common Yamaha MT-10 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (1), electrical system (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Yamaha MT-10 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall across all Yamaha MT-10 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data