Recall 18V860000

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Report Date

20181204

Component

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

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.

Safety Consequence

Difficulty shifting gears can cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2015	YAMAHA	YZFR3
2016	YAMAHA	YZFR3

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