Component Description
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer That Filed Defect/noncompliance Report
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Begin Date Of Manufacturing
20150113
End Date Of Manufacturing
20161024
Vehicle, Equipment Or Tire Report
0
Potential Number Of Units Affected
14320
Date Owner Notified By MFR
20170303
Recall Initiator (MFR/OVSC/ODI)
MFR
Mfg
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Report Received Date
20170221
Record Creation Date
20170223
Regulation Part Number
Defect Summary
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.
Consequence Summary
A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Summary
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.
Recall Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.