2015-2016 Yamaha YZFR3F/G - Engine And Engine Cooling recall
NHTSA campaign: 16V459000
11,280 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2015-2016
- Makes
- Yamaha
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Potential units affected
- 11,280 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2016-06-23
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Yamaha YZFR3F/G
- 2015 Yamaha YZFR3F/G
What’s the problem?
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 F/G motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 15, 2016. Due to an oil pump problem, the oil pressure in these motorcycles may not be properly regulated. As a result, the oil pump drive gear may fail and cause the engine to seize from lack of oil supply.
What could happen?
If the engine seizes from a lack of oil supply, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990105.