NHTSA Recall 17V111000
Filed by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA. Component: Fuel System, Gasoline. Reported 2017-02-21. An estimated 14,320 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.