Recall
Yamaha Yzf-r3 — 17V112000
NHTSA ID
17V112000
Make
Yamaha
Model
Yzf-r3
Years Affected
2015
Recall Date
2017-02-21
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Units Affected
14,320
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
990112
Summary
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. Water can enter and corrode the ignition switch resulting in an unexpected engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch subassembly, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.