YAMAHA 2016 YAMAHA YZFR3 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2016 YAMAHA YZFR3
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 YZFR3 vehicles due to power train:manual transmission issues. Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
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.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
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.
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