The 2015 Yamaha YZF-R3 has 2 recalls, both serious: a clutch bearing that can break and prevent the rider from disengaging the clutch, making the motorcycle difficult to stop, and an engine that can seize and lock the rear wheel without warning.
The clutch issue stems from a bearing that cannot handle the load placed on it, leaving the transmission unable to shift and the rider with limited ability to slow or stop the bike. The engine concern involves the oil pump failing to maintain proper oil pressure, which can cause the oil pump drive gear to fail and cut off oil supply to the engine entirely. When the engine seizes under those conditions, the rear wheel can lock up suddenly, which raises the risk of losing control.
At a glance
What can fail
The clutch pressure plate bearing may break because it has an insufficient load rating, which can cause the clutch to fail to disengage and prevent proper transmission shifting.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the clutch pressure plate bearing at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The oil pump may not regulate oil pressure correctly. This can cause the pump drive gear to fail, starving the engine of oil and causing it to seize.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the oil pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
