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NHTSA recall 17V112000

Electrical System · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

February 21, 2017report date
14,320units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: Water can enter and corrode the ignition switch resulting in an unexpected engine stall.

Why it matters: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch subassembly, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2017.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2015 Yamaha Yzf-R3, 2016 Yamaha Yzf-R3.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 17V112000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.