Yamaha YZFR3 recalls
Every NHTSA recall campaign filed since 2000 that names the Yamaha YZFR3, newest first. Last verified Jul 30, 2026.
Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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- Feb 10, 2020Crash risk2019 Yamaha YZFR3 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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.
20V071000 · 2K units · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Feb 10, 2020Crash risk2019 Yamaha YZFR3 — Service Brakes, Air
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The brake hose holder may come loose, potentially causing damage to the brake hose protector and hose, resulting in a brake fluid leak.
20V073000 · 1K units · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- May 2, 2019Crash risk2019 Yamaha YZFR3 — Service Brakes
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZFR3 motorcycles. Porosities in the front brake lever may cause it to break if it is gripped with a strong force.
19V341000 · 198 units · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Dec 4, 2018Crash risk2015–2018 Yamaha YZFR3 — Engine and Engine Cooling
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
18V861000 · 17K units · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Dec 4, 2018Crash risk2015–2016 Yamaha YZFR3 — Power Train
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The shift shaft torsion spring may fracture, giving the shifter a loose feel and affecting the ability to shift gears.
18V860000 · 11K units · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Jun 30, 2017Safety2017 Yamaha YZFR3 — Equipment
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2017 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The affected motorcycles, intended for the US market, may have been manufactured with a Canadian Motor Vehicle Certification Label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
17V423000 · 40 units · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA