NHTSA Recall 16V459000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V459000; Date: Jun. 23, 2016
If the engine seizes from a lack of oil supply, the rear wheel may lock up suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Yamaha Yzfr3f/g; 2016 Yamaha Yzfr3f/g
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Manufactured by: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Affected Units:: 11,280
Recall Summary:
Yamaha motor corporation, USA (yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 yamaha yzf-r3 f/g motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 15, 2016. Due to an oil pump problem, the oil pressure in these motorcycles may not be properly regulated. As a result, the oil pump drive gear may fail and cause the engine to seize from lack of oil supply.
How to Fix:
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the oil pump, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2016. Owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990105.
Recall 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 7, 2016
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