NHTSA Recall 16V460000: Clutch assembly (power train)
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11,280 vehicles. It affects 2015–2016 Yamaha YZFR3F/G.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V460000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 990105 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | June 24, 2016 |
| Owner notification | July 7, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Yamaha Motor Corporation (Yamaha) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 YZF-R3 F/G motorcycles manufactured January 1, 2015, to April 15, 2016. The clutch pressure plate bearing may break due to an insufficient load rating, causing the clutch to not disengage and preventing the transmission from shifting properly.
Safety risk
If the clutch cannot be disengaged, the rider may not be easily able to stop the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Yamaha has notified owners, and dealers will replace the clutch pressure plate bearing, free of charge. The recall began July 11, 2016. Owners may contact Yamaha customer service at 1-800-962-7926. Yamaha's number for this recall is 990105.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V460000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.