Yamaha YZFR3: Engine and engine cooling — hoses/lines/piping/fittings

Affects Yamaha YZFR3 · 2015–2018 — about 17K vehicles.

The hazard

If coolant leaks onto the rear tire, it can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

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.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational