CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The front brake hose my chafe against the horn lead wire when the handlebars are turned from left to right, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose, replacing it as necessary, and reroute the horn lead wire, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990135.
- 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
On certain 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles, the front brake hose can chafe against the horn lead wire when the handlebars are turned from left to right. This can lead to a brake fluid leak.
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the bike checked as soon as possible.
Yamaha will notify owners. Authorized dealers will inspect the front brake hose, replace it if necessary, and reroute the horn lead wire, all free of charge. Owners can also contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 (Yamaha recall number 990135). 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 Redundant YZF-R3 | 2019 |
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