NHTSA vehicle safety data
2019 Yamaha YZFR3 Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2019 Yamaha YZFR3 has 3 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 2019 Yamaha YZFR3. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA #20V073000Reported February 10, 2020 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 1,480 vehicles
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
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.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
NHTSA #20V071000Reported February 10, 2020 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 1,561 vehicles
Defect description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZF-R3 motorcycles. The front brake hose my chafe against the horn lead wire when the handlebars are turned from left to right, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Safety consequence
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front brake hose, replacing it as necessary, and reroute the horn lead wire, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990135.
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.
SERVICE BRAKES
NHTSA #19V341000Reported May 2, 2019 · Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Potentially affected: 198 vehicles
Defect description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZFR3 motorcycles. Porosities in the front brake lever may cause it to break if it is gripped with a strong force.
Safety consequence
A broken front brake lever can affect front braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front brake lever, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2019. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990128.
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.
Other Yamaha YZFR3 model years
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