Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is recalling certain model year 2015 YZFR3 motorcycles manufactured
— Recall Campaign #15V593000
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 YZFR3 motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected motorcycles may have an incorrectly manufactured upper triple clamp (handle crown) that may crack while riding.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 16 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
15V593000
| Manufacturer: | Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | September 23, 2015 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 15V593000 |
| Units affected: | 16 |
- Description:
- Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 YZFR3 motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected motorcycles may have an incorrectly manufactured upper triple clamp (handle crown) that may crack while riding.
- Consequeces:
- If the upper triple clamp fractures, a loss of steering control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Yamaha will notify customers, and dealers will replace the upper triple clamp with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's recall number is 990099.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.