2015 Yamaha Yzfr3 problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (2)
Power Train:manual Transmission 2018-12-04 · campaign 18V860000 · 11,240 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hoses/Lines/Piping/Fittings 2018-12-04 · campaign 18V861000 · 16,760 vehicles
Defect: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
Risk: If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.