CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Problem
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 F/G motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 15, 2016. Due to an oil pump problem, the oil pressure in these motorcycles may not be properly regulated. As a result, the oil pump drive gear may fail and cause the engine to seize from lack of oil supply.
- Risk
- If the engine seizes from a lack of oil supply, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990105.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
An oil pump problem can cause the oil pressure to be improperly regulated. Over time, the oil pump drive gear may fail, cutting off the engine's oil supply and causing the engine to seize.
If the engine seizes, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, which increases the risk of a crash. Affected owners should stop riding the motorcycle if they notice warning signs and contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Yamaha will replace the oil pump free of charge at an authorized dealer. Owners can contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 and reference recall number 990105. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Yamaha YZF-R3 | 20152016 |
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