When riding into bright sunlight it is not possible to read the speedometer or odometer. *Tr
Electrical system
Yamaha XVS950 Electrical problems by year
4 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Yamaha XVS950's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.
Electrical complaints by model year
| Year | Electrical complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest XVS950 electrical complaints
Speedometer cannot be read in sunlight, it is blacked out. It is dangerous as speed cannot be determined. *Tr
Purchased motorcycle on 12.6.13, On the drive home realized that the speedometer was unreadable. It was daylight, mid-day. Sun was bright. I was unable to read my speed. It's a digital indicator, with smoked lens. When researching reviews, the only complaint registered was the inability to see the speedometer readings. The company has to be aware of this, and should be required to make the necessary recall adjustments. Otherwise, this safety issue might not be corrected. *Tr
When driving during daylight hours the speedometer can become difficult, if not impossible to read. The added effort needed to get a speed reading distracts from operating a 2 wheeled vehicle creating a dangerous situation. *Tr
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