Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA – Front Brake Lever May Break

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.


Report Received Date 05/02/2019
NHTSA ID 19V341000
Consequence Summary A broken front brake lever can affect front braking ability, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action 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 Code 990128
Potentially Affected 198
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V341000)