2015 Yamaha Yzf-r3 Recalls

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V593000
Manufacturer: YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 990099
Manufactured Begin Date: January 1st, 2015
Manufactured End Date: August 31st, 2015
Date of Owner Notification: October 16th, 2015

Defect Summary:
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015 YZFR3 motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to August 31, 2015. The affected motorcycles may have an incorrectly manufactured upper triple clamp (handle crown) that may crack while riding.

Consequence Summary:
If the upper triple clamp fractures, a loss of steering control may result, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Summary:
Yamaha will notify customers, and dealers will replace the upper triple clamp with a new one, free of charge. The recall began on October 16, 2015. Owners may contact Yamaha's customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's recall number is 990099.

Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.