YAMAHA 2015 YAMAHA YZFR3F/G Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2015 YAMAHA YZFR3F/G
Brand
YAMAHA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2015
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is recalling certain 2015 YAMAHA YZFR3F/G vehicles due to engine and engine cooling issues. If the engine seizes from a lack of oil supply, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, increasing 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 model year 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 F/G motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 15, 2016. Due to an oil pump problem, the oil pressure in these motorcycles may not be properly regulated. As a result, the oil pump drive gear may fail and cause the engine to seize from lack of oil supply.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the engine seizes from a lack of oil supply, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990105.
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