Excessive valve train noise. Has been discovered to have had the camshaft and lifters in the motor are worn prematurely. 2 replacement camshafts and 4 lifters are needed to repair the issue. Loss of power in the motor was experienced. Front brake switch sticking in the activated position leaving the brake light to stay on. Also affects the cruise control by not letting the cruise control engage. The only notification is cruise control system blinks that there is a fault in the system. Brake light is staying on an undetermined amount of time, if shutting off at all. There has been no support of the exclusive GPS system since the bike has been produced as far as map updates. Same map information is still on the bike with yamaha giving no updates to date on their toolbox application.
The worst 2018 Yamaha Star Elude problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Transmission1
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- Electrical1
- Transmission1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Yamaha Star Elude 6
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Motorcycle and scooter models equipped with a smart key system are supplied with one smart key (also...
- USB Flash Drive Card / Navigation Not Ready Restoration Procedure
- Tire Pressure Monitor System Sensor Programming
- New Process for Ordering Certain Audio Components
- Star Venture & Star Eluder Infotainment System Software Updating
- Saddlebag Cleaning at PDI
What 2018 Yamaha Star Elude owners say
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Questions about the 2018 Yamaha Star Elude
Is the 2018 Yamaha Star Elude reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2018 Yamaha Star Elude, close to a typical Star Elude model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Yamaha Star Elude?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2018 Yamaha Star Elude have?
No recalls on record.
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