Yamaha · United States · High
Yamaha YZF-R3: Steering — steering wheel/handle bar
Affects Yamaha YZF-R3 · 2015 — about 16 vehicles.
The hazard
If the upper triple clamp fractures, a loss of steering control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
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.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational