Recall 15V593000 — STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR Defect in 2015-2015 YAMAHA YZF-R3

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RECALL This recall affects up to 16 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 15V593000
Manufacturer Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Vehicles Affected 16
Component STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Date Notified
Affected Vehicles

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

If the upper triple clamp fractures, a loss of steering control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

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