NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 Yamaha YZFR3 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2016 Yamaha YZFR3 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns 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 2016 Yamaha YZFR3. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
NHTSA #18V860000Reported December 4, 2018 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 11,240 vehicles
Defect description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The shift shaft torsion spring may fracture, giving the shifter a loose feel and affecting the ability to shift gears.
Safety consequence
Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shift shaft torsion spring, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990126.
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
NHTSA #18V861000Reported December 4, 2018 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 16,760 vehicles
Defect description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
Safety consequence
If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new upper radiator hose, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2018. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990125.
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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