CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Problem
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
- Risk
- If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new upper radiator hose, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990125.
- 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
The upper radiator hose on these motorcycles may crack, allowing coolant to leak. If coolant drips onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by Yamaha. Authorized dealers will install a new upper radiator hose at no charge. Yamaha customer service can be reached at 1-800-962-7926, and you can check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your motorcycle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Yamaha YZF-R3 | 2015201620172018 |
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