CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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
Engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank. Over time, this contact may cause the tank to leak fuel. Fuel leaking in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Yamaha will notify owners. Authorized dealers will replace the fuel tank mounting bracket, and the fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. All repairs are free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2017.
If you own an affected vehicle, contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 (Yamaha recall number 990112) and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Yamaha Redundant YZF-R3 | 20152016 |
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