Recall 18V861000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Report Date
20181204
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Affected Vehicles
4 models
Defect Description
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Yamaha YZFR3 motorcycles. The upper radiator hose may crack resulting in a coolant leak.
Safety Consequence
If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a new upper radiator hose, 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 990125.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | YAMAHA | YZFR3 |
| 2016 | YAMAHA | YZFR3 |
| 2017 | YAMAHA | YZFR3 |
| 2018 | YAMAHA | YZFR3 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.