Recall 17V111000: 2015–2016 Yamaha YZF-R3

Report received

Feb 21, 2017

Manufacturer

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

Potentially affected

14,320vehicles

Model years

2015–2016

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

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

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2015 Yamaha YZF-R33 complaints
• 2016 Yamaha YZF-R31 complaints