NHTSA Recall 17V111000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V111000; Date: Feb. 21, 2017
A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Yamaha Yzf-r3; 2016 Yamaha Yzf-r3
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Yamaha Motor Corporation, Usa
Affected Units:: 14,320
Recall Summary:
Yamaha motor corporation, USA (yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 yamaha yzf-r3 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank, which overtime, may result in the tank leaking fuel.
How to Fix:
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket. The fuel tank will be inspected and replaced if necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 9, 2017. Owners may contact yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
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: Mar 3, 2017
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