2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 Problems: 1 Complaint, 3 Recalls

The worst 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 problems

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Equipment: other: labelsReported February 3, 2021 · 8,281 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019-2021 YZF-R3 motorcycles, 2019-2020 XMAX (CDZ300) scooters, and 2020 MT03 motorcycles. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the VIN stamped on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: The owner, referencing an incorrect VIN label, may not recognize their vehicle is involved in a safety recall, and may not have the recall remedy performed, which could increase the risk of injury, fire or a crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. The recall began February 19, 2021. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990144.

Recall number 21V048000 · Recall details

VisibilityReported October 5, 2020 · 31,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2015-2020 YZF-R3, 2020 MT03 and 2018-2020 XMAX scooters. Condensation or other contaminates may adhere to the rear reflector lens reducing its effectiveness.
Risk: A less reflective rear reflector increases the risk of crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear reflector, free of charge. The recall began October 20, 2020. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑888‑266‑3085. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990139.

Recall number 20V611000 · Recall details

Service brakesReported May 2, 2019 · 198 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain 2019 YZFR3 motorcycles. Porosities in the front brake lever may cause it to break if it is gripped with a strong force.
Risk: A broken front brake lever can affect front braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Yamaha will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front brake lever, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2019. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1‑800‑962‑7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990128.

Recall number 19V341000 · Recall details

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 20, 2021 · Driver assistance, Lights · 19 miles · CA

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Is the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3, close to a typical YZF-R3 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3?

Driver assistance and stability, with 1 complaint. Next is lights (1).

How many recalls does the 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 have?

3 recalls, covering equipment, visibility and service brakes.

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