Recall 20V611000: 2020 Yamaha MT-03, 2018–2020 Yamaha Xmax, 2015–2020 Yamaha YZF-R3

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

Report date: Oct 5, 2020
Vehicles affected: 31,000
Models: 3
Initiated by: Manufacturer

The 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.

The risk

A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.

The 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.

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

2020 Yamaha MT-03
2018 Yamaha Xmax
2019 Yamaha Xmax
2020 Yamaha Xmax
2015 Yamaha YZF-R3
2016 Yamaha YZF-R3
2017 Yamaha YZF-R3
2018 Yamaha YZF-R3
2019 Yamaha YZF-R3
2020 Yamaha YZF-R3

Details

NHTSA campaign: 20V611000
Manufacturer campaign: 990139
Manufacturer: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Owner letters: Oct 20, 2020
Components: Visibility (Visibility & Wipers)

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