YAMAHA 2016 YAMAHA YZF-R3 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 YAMAHA YZF-R3
Brand
YAMAHA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2016
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is recalling certain 2016 YAMAHA YZF-R3 vehicles due to fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly issues. A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank, which overtime, may result in the tank leaking fuel.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket. The fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026