Yamaha Yzf-r3: Rider May Be Unable To Select Gears And / Or Engine May Seize
Recall Summary Yamaha is recalling 1,368 YZF-R3 and MT-03 motorcycles because the clutch release bearing and oil pump pressure relief valve may not meet specifications. This can make it difficult to select gears, cause gears to break, reduce engine lubrication, and potentially cause engine seizure. Yamaha will replace the clutch pressure plate and oil pump assemblies on affected vehicles.
- Recalling firm
- YAMAHA
- Product
- Vehicles: YAMAHA YZF-R3, YAMAHA MT-03. Units affected: 1,368
- Reason
- The clutch release bearing may not be to specification which can result in difficult clutch and gear use. Additionally the oil pump pressure relief valve may not be to specification which can result in broken gear and reduced lubrication and potentially to engine seizure and loss of machine control. Remedy: Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the clutch pressure plate and oil pump assemblies with remedial parts.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-07-08
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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