Recall 17V111000: 2015–2016 Yamaha YZF-R3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 21, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 14,320
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The 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.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3
- 2016 Yamaha YZF-R3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V111000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 990112
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Owner letters
- Mar 3, 2017
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology