The Ural Wolf spans 2003–2015 with 1 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. It delivers competitive fuel economy and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Ural Wolf is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2003 to 2015 across multiple generations.
How to read a Ural Wolf VIN — every digit explained
Every Ural Wolf carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Ural and the country it was built in.
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Wolf.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Wolf, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Ural Wolf have?
The Ural Wolf has 1 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2003–2015. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
2007 Ural Wolf recalls 1
Power Train:automatic Transmission
What's wrong. On certain motorcycles built with a sidecar and equipped with herzog transmission gear sets, the transmission main shaft is outside of acceptable tolerance due to incorrect manufacturing of transmission main shaft and specific retaining clips. The main shaft and retaining clips may be defective.
Risk. Transmission damage, excessive gear wear, hard shifting, and possible failure can occur resulting in rear wheel lock up increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix. The motorcycles will be inspected and if the transmission has defective shafts and retaining clips, the complete transmission will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on july 24, 2007. Owners may contact irbit at 1-888-990-8484.
Best and worst years for the Ural Wolf
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Ural Wolf — best- and worst-year trends will appear here once that data is in.
What are the most common Ural Wolf problems?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint data for the Ural Wolf — the most-reported problems will appear here once that data is in.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Ural Wolf specifications & dimensions
The 2015 Ural Wolf. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Ural Wolf window sticker.
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Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Ural Wolf cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Wolf holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Ural Wolf tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Ural Wolf get?
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What engines does the Ural Wolf have? Power & range
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How much does a Ural Wolf cost to own?
A Ural Wolf depreciates at about an average rate. A typical example keeps roughly 46% of its value after five years — losing about 54% to depreciation. Check what a used Wolf is worth today or browse current used-market prices before you buy or sell. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 80% | $24,000 | −$6,000 |
| Year 2 | 70% | $21,000 | −$9,000 |
| Year 3 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 4 | 53% | $15,900 | −$14,100 |
| Year 5 | 46% | $13,800 | −$16,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Wolf loses about 54% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — based on EPA economy at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Wolf ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Ural Wolf safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Wolf yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
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How many miles does a Ural Wolf last?
A well-maintained Ural Wolf typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.
Check your Ural Wolf’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Wolf’s VIN free →All Ural Wolf model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Ural Wolf — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2014 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2013 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2012 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2011 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2010 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2009 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2008 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2007 Wolf | 1 recall | — | — |
| 2006 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2005 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2004 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
| 2003 Wolf | 0 | — | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Wolf?
We're still compiling NHTSA owner-complaint history for the Ural Wolf.
How many recalls does the Wolf have?
1 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2003–2015. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
How many miles does a Wolf last?
A well-maintained Wolf typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Wolf reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Wolf is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Ural Wolf warranty?
New Ural models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Ural dealer.
Where is the Ural Wolf made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Wolf's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Ural may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Wolf have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.