Recall 18V861000: 2015–2018 Yamaha YZFR3
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 4, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 16,760
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The 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.
The risk
If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
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 YZFR3
- 2016 Yamaha YZFR3
- 2017 Yamaha YZFR3
- 2018 Yamaha YZFR3
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V861000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 990125
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Owner letters
- Dec 17, 2018
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hoses/lines/piping/fittings (Engine)
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