NHTSA (USA)Critical
2015–2016 YAMAHA YZF-R3NHTSA Campaign #17V112000
The official notice
Defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles. Water can enter and corrode the ignition switch resulting in an unexpected engine stall.
Safety Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch subassembly, free of charge. The recall began March 9, 2017. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990112.
14,320 vehicles affectedMfr ref: 990112Updated June 10, 2026