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2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2017 Yamaha YZF-R3 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Yamaha dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2017 Yamaha YZF-R3. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
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NHTSA #20V611000Reported October 5, 2020 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 31,000 vehicles
Defect description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 YZF-R3, 2020 MT03 and 2018-2020 XMAX scooters. Condensation or other contaminates may adhere to the rear reflector lens reducing its effectiveness.
Safety consequence
A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-888-266-3085. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990139.
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.
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