Recall 17V112000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Report Date
20170221
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Affected Vehicles
2 models
Defect Description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. Water can enter and corrode the ignition switch resulting in an unexpected engine stall.
Safety Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch subassembly, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.