YAMAHA YZF-R3 (2016) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Yamaha recalls 2015-2016 YZF-R3 motorcycles due to fuel tank bracket vibration causing leaks. Fire risk if gasoline contacts ignition sources. Free repairs starting March 9, 2017.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of a ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Yamaha is recalling certain 2015-2016 YZF-R3 motorcycles because engine vibration can cause the fuel tank bracket to contact the tank, potentially leaking fuel. This leak could lead to fire if gasoline meets an ignition source. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1227556-yamaha-yzf-r3-2016-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1227556-yamaha-yzf-r3-2016-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #17V111000
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“Yamaha YZF-R3 (2016) Recall: Fuel Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1227556-yamaha-yzf-r3-2016-recall-fuel-leak-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #17V111000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=17V111000).
Why it’s dangerous
Engine vibration causes the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the fuel tank over time. This contact can lead to fuel leaks, which then create a fire risk if gasoline meets an ignition source like a spark or hot surface.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles are affected. Riders with the specific fuel tank bracket issue face the highest risk of fire.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your motorcycle is a 2015-2016 model with a Yamaha YZF-R3. The recall affects vehicles where engine vibration causes the fuel tank bracket to contact the tank.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Yamaha
Call Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926 to schedule a free repair.
Get Repair Kit
Dealers will replace the fuel tank bracket and inspect the tank for leaks at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is my YZF-R3 being recalled?
Engine vibration can cause the fuel tank mounting bracket to contact the tank, leading to fuel leaks that increase fire risk if gasoline meets an ignition source.
How do I know if my motorcycle is affected?
This recall applies to 2015-2016 Yamaha YZF-R3 motorcycles where engine vibration causes the fuel tank bracket to contact the tank.
Is there a deadline for repairs?
The recall begins March 9, 2017, but repairs are free and can be done at any time.
Contact Yamaha
We’ve drafted a message you can send Yamaha to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 17V111000 — Yamaha Yamaha Hello, I own a Yamaha that is covered by recall 17V111000 from Yamaha. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #17V111000 (February 21, 2017)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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