Recall 17V111000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Report Date

20170221

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2015	YAMAHA	YZF-R3
2016	YAMAHA	YZF-R3

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.