The 2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 has 2 recalls, both serious: one where a failing clutch bearing prevents the transmission from shifting and makes the motorcycle difficult to stop, and one where an oil pump failure can seize the engine and lock the rear wheel without warning.
The clutch recall involves a pressure plate bearing that can break and leave the clutch stuck in the engaged position, making it hard to slow or stop the bike normally. The engine recall involves an oil pump that fails to maintain proper oil pressure, starving the engine of lubrication until it seizes, which can lock the rear wheel suddenly and cause a crash.
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.
