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Yamaha MT-03 problems & recalls

NHTSA records for 2020–2020: 2 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints. Pick a model year.

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Recent recalls

Equipment #21V048000 · 2021 · 8,281 units

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2019-2021 yzf-r3 motorcycles, 2019-2020 xmax (cdz300) scooters, and 2020 mt03 motorcycles. the vehicle identification number (vin) printed on the federal certification label may not match the vin stamped on the vehicle. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."

Risk: The owner, referencing an incorrect vin label, may not recognize their vehicle is involved in a safety recall, and may not have the recall remedy performed, which could increase the risk of injury, fire or a crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. the recall began february 19, 2021. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990144.

Visibility #20V611000 · 2020 · 31,000 units

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 yzf-r3, 2020 mt03 and 2018-2020 xmax scooters. condensation or other contaminates may adhere to the rear reflector lens reducing its effectiveness.

Risk: A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. the recall began october 20, 2020. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-888-266-3085. yamaha's number for this recall is 990139.

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