NHTSA recall 16V460000
Power train › Clutch assembly
Yamaha Yzf-R3
Reported Jun 24, 201611,280 vehicles affectedYamaha Motor Corporation, USAMaker’s number 990105Built Jan 1, 2015 – Apr 15, 2016
The defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 YZF-R3 F/G motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 15, 2016. The clutch pressure plate bearing may break due to an insufficient load rating, causing the clutch to not disengage and preventing the transmission from shifting properly.
The risk
If the clutch cannot be disengaged, the rider may not be easily able to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the clutch pressure plate bearing, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990105.