2016 Yamaha Yzf-R3 | 2015 Yamaha Yzf-R3 — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
Published February 23, 2017 · Recall initiated: February 21, 2017
Summary
NHTSA records recall 17V111000, published February 23, 2017 and initiated February 21, 2017. Recalling firm: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA; 2016 Yamaha Yzf-R3 | 2015 Yamaha Yzf-R3 — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly.
What's the hazard
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank, which overtime, may result in the tank leaking fuel.
What to do
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket. The fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
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Recall details
- Brand
- YAMAHA
- Model
- YZF-R3
- Manufacturer
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
- Lot
- 2016 YAMAHA YZF-R3 | 2015 YAMAHA YZF-R3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2016 Yamaha Yzf-R3 | 2015 Yamaha Yzf-R3 — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 17V111000 on February 23, 2017. Reported hazard: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank, which overtime, may result in the tank leaking fuel.
What should I do if I have this product?
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket. The fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: YAMAHA. Model: YZF-R3.