Yamaha YZFR3 recalls by model year
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
1 owner complaints analyzed
6 distinct recall campaigns
200 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2015 to 2019 model years. Data snapshot: . 1 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Recalls by model year
All campaigns in the snapshot affecting each model year, including recalls announced years later.
Recall campaigns
Shared campaigns appear once in each affected model year.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 2 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2019 | 3 |
2015: 2; 2016: 2; 2017: 2; 2018: 1; 2019: 3
Year-by-year records
Recall history
6 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
18V860000 · Power Train:Manual Transmission
Reported: 2018-12-04 (December 4, 2018) · Model years: 2015, 2016
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The shift shaft torsion spring may fracture, giving the shifter a loose feel and affecting the ability to shift gears.
Consequence: Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shift shaft torsion spring, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990126.
NHTSA campaign record ↗18V861000 · Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings
Reported: 2018-12-04 (December 4, 2018) · Model years: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
Consequence: If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new upper radiator hose, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990125.
NHTSA campaign record ↗17V423000 · Equipment:Other:Labels
Reported: 2017-06-30 (June 30, 2017) · Model years: 2017
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2017 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The affected motorcycles, intended for the US market, may have been manufactured with a Canadian Motor Vehicle Certification Label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Consequence: If the stamped vehicle identification number (VIN) does not match the VIN on the Vehicle Certification Label, owners may be unable to tell if their vehicle is under an important safety recall.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Vehicle Certification Label, free of charge. The recall began July 21, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990115.
NHTSA campaign record ↗19V341000 · Service Brakes
Reported: 2019-05-02 (May 2, 2019) · Model years: 2019
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZFR3 motorcycles. Porosities in the front brake lever may cause it to break if it is gripped with a strong force.
Consequence: A broken front brake lever can affect front braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front brake lever, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2019. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990128.
NHTSA campaign record ↗20V071000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Reported: 2020-02-10 (February 10, 2020) · Model years: 2019
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The front brake hose my chafe against the horn lead wire when the handlebars are turned from left to right, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose, replacing it as necessary, and reroute the horn lead wire, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990135.
NHTSA campaign record ↗20V073000 · Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Reported: 2020-02-10 (February 10, 2020) · Model years: 2019
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The brake hose holder may come loose, potentially causing damage to the brake hose protector and hose, resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Consequence: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hose holder, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2020. Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990134. Note: Motorcycles in this recall are also affected by NHTSA recall number 20V-071.
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