NHTSA Recall 20V611000: Visibility
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31,000 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Yamaha MT-03.
| NHTSA campaign | 20V611000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 990139 |
| Component | VISIBILITY |
| Report received | October 5, 2020 |
| Owner notification | October 20, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
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 20V611000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Yamaha MT-03 | 2020 |
| Yamaha Xmax | 2018, 2019, 2020 |
| Yamaha YZF-R3 | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 |
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.