Yamaha Yzfr3 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 4, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA recalls 2015–2018 Yamaha Yzfr3

Recall number

18V861000

Brand / firm

Yamaha

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 16,760 units

Why it was recalled

If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.

What to do

Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new upper radiator hose, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990125.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.