2019 Yamaha YZFR3 - Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall
NHTSA campaign: 20V071000
1,561 vehicles potentially affected
- Model year
- 2019
- Make
- Yamaha
- Model
- YZFR3
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Potential units affected
- 1,561 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2020-02-10
What’s the problem?
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The front brake hose my chafe against the horn lead wire when the handlebars are turned from left to right, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
What could happen?
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the fix?
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose, replacing it as necessary, and reroute the horn lead wire, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990135.