Yamaha YZF-R3 problems & recalls

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.

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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: A broken front brake lever can affect front braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 yamaha yzfr3 motorcycles. the upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.

Risk: If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Problem: 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."

Risk: 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.

Fix: 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.

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 yamaha yzf-r3 motorcycles. in the affected motorcycles, engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank, which overtime, may result in the tank leaking fuel.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket. the fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall is expected to begin march 9, 2017. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 yamaha yzf-r3 motorcycles. water can enter and corrode the ignition switch resulting in an unexpected engine stall.

Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch subassembly, free of charge. the recall began march 9, 2017. owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.

Problem: Yamaha motor corporation, usa (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 yzfr3 motorcycles manufactured january 1, 2015, to august 31, 2015. the affected motorcycles may have an incorrectly manufactured upper triple clamp (handle crown) that may crack while riding.

Risk: If the upper triple clamp fractures, a loss of steering control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Yamaha will notify customers, and dealers will replace the upper triple clamp with a new one, free of charge. the recall began on october 16, 2015. owners may contact yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. yamaha's recall number is 990099.