NHTSA Recall 19V341000: Service brakes
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 198 vehicles. It affects 2019 Yamaha YZFR3.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V341000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 990128 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Report received | May 2, 2019 |
| Owner notification | May 15, 2019 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
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 19V341000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Yamaha YZFR3 | 2019 |
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.