What are common Yamaha problems?
One of the most common ways your Yamaha outboard motor will break down is a fuel system failure. Whether you’re experiencing an intermittent bog down, poor performance, or complete engine failure, your fuel system is a common culprit. Due to Yamaha’s design and engineering excellence, their outboards typically last for 1,500 and up to 3,500 hours before needing a major overhaul or being replaced. That being said, the number of hours that a Yamaha outboard engine runs is dependent on the amount of usage and quality of maintenance.