NHTSA recall 20V073000
Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Yamaha Redundant YZFR3
Reported Feb 10, 20201,480 vehicles affectedYamaha Motor Corporation, USAMaker’s number 990134
The defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The brake hose holder may come loose, potentially causing damage to the brake hose protector and hose, resulting in a brake fluid leak.
The risk
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hose holder, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2020. Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990134. Note: Motorcycles in this recall are also affected by NHTSA recall number 20V-071.