The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16V460000·Announced 2016-06-24

Yamaha Recalls 2015-2016 YZF-R3 Motorcycles for Clutch Bearing Defect

Yamaha is recalling 2015-2016 YZF-R3 motorcycles because a clutch bearing may break, preventing the clutch from disengaging and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (clutch bearing) that prevents the motorcycle from stopping properly, which the source text explicitly states increases the risk of a crash.

Plain-English summary

Yamaha Motor Corporation is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 YZF-R3 F/G motorcycles manufactured between January 1, 2015, and April 15, 2016. The recall involves 11,280 vehicles.

The defect involves the clutch pressure plate bearing, which may break due to an insufficient load rating. If this occurs, the clutch may not disengage, preventing the transmission from shifting properly. This condition may make it difficult for the rider to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the clutch pressure plate bearing free of charge. The recall began on July 11, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
YAMAHA YZFR3F/G
Brand
YAMAHA
Manufacturer
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
11,280

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • YZFR3F/G

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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